Database Connectivity
Database connectivity refers to the methods and technologies used to establish communication between an application and a database management system (DBMS). It enables applications to perform operations such as querying, inserting, updating, and deleting data. This involves using drivers, APIs, and protocols to connect, authenticate, and interact with databases.
Developers should learn database connectivity to build data-driven applications that require persistent storage, such as web apps, mobile apps, and enterprise software. It is essential for tasks like user authentication, content management, and analytics, ensuring efficient and secure data handling across various database types like relational (e.g., MySQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB).