This module introduces the fundamental concepts of JDBC and gives you a working knowledge of the major elements of the core JDBC 2.0 API. The course is standards-based and uses best practices to demonstrate How-Tos useful to the field developer. After completing this module you will understand: The rationale for the JDBC API The fundamental concepts involved in database and JDBC applications How JDBC classes work together to connect to and communicate with a database A number of intermediate-level JDBC and database concepts How to use selected capabilities new in JDBC 2.0