CS Connect - Course Companion

Uncover the foundations of database systems!What exactly is a database, and how do systems manage vast amounts of digital information? In this episode, we introduce the basics of data and databases, explore how database systems evolved from traditional file systems, and dive into how queries—especially through SQL—allow us to interact with data. Drawing from core concepts in database architecture, transactions, and query languages, this is your essential primer on how the modern world stores, retrieves, and secures information.

Dive into the essential foundations of Operating Systems!What is an operating system, and how does it provide the backbone for modern computing? In this episode, we explore key OS services, modes like batching and time-sharing, the impact of security and networking, and the power of abstractions and virtual machines. Based on Chapters 1 and 2 of Operating System Concepts, this is your guide to understanding how systems are structured—from monolithic kernels to microkernel designs.

Explore the backbone of modern data-driven applications!Ever wondered how massive amounts of data are stored, organized, and retrieved in everything from your favorite social media platforms to online banking systems? This podcast series unpacks the core ideas behind database systems, offering a clear and accessible introduction to the principles that govern how data is structured, queried, and maintained. Drawing from the foundational text "Fundamentals of Database Systems", we’ll guide you through the logic, design, and theory that power today’s information systems.