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Object-relational mapping. Ruby's ActiveRecord is one attempt to allow an object-oriented program to use a relational database. The Crossing Chasms pattern is another. Look up several approaches to mapping relational databases to o-o programs, include hyperlinks to all of them, and explain how they differ. Report on the strengths of various approaches (making sure to credit the authors for their insights).
Introduction
Object-relational Mapping
Implementations
ActiveRecord in Ruby
Crossing Chasms Pattern
Hibernate
Service Data Object
Comparison
Reference
- Wikipedia Definition
- ORM Thesis[1]
- [Crossing borders: Exploring Active Record http://www-128.ibm.com/developerworks/java/library/j-cb03076/index.html]
External Links