Why did Codd focus on formal logic for databases?
My approach was driven by a desire for rigor and a systematic understanding of data. I believed that database management should be based on sound mathematical and logical principles. This allows for a declarative way of interacting with data, where users specify *what* data they want, not *how* to get it. This abstraction simplifies development and improves data integrity and consistency.
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