The gist of GIUKU: graphical interactive intelligent utilities for knowledgeable users of data base systems

Abstract

Synoptic description of GIUKU: its rationale, its main functionalities, its novel features, a comparison to related work, and a discussion of its current status — a fully implemented prototype available for use.

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Index Terms

• Computing methodologies

  • Computer graphics

    • Graphics systems and interfaces

• Human-centered computing

  • Human computer interaction (HCI)

    • Interaction devices

      • Graphics input devices

• Information systems

  • Data management systems