Glossary term
What is Normalization? Meaning for developers
Storing each fact once, to avoid inconsistencies. Example: Customer city stored only in customers.
Learn it properly · System DesignLesson 23: Normalization vs DenormalizationStore each fact once and writes stay correct; copy facts on purpose and reads get fast. Normal forms explained simply, the anomalies they prevent, the denormalisation toolkit, and how to keep copies in sync.