There are different types of database users. They are
1. Application programmers or Ordinary users:
These users write application programs to interact with the database. Application programs can be written in some programming language typically a SQL statement to DBMS.
2. End Users:
End users are the users, who use the applications developed. They just use the system to get their task done.
End users are of two types:
- Direct users
- Indirect users
3. Database Administrator (DBA):
Database Administrator (DBA) is the person which makes the strategic and policy decisions regarding the data of the enterprise, DBA is responsible for overall control of the system at a technical level.
4. System Analyst:
System Analyst determines the requirement of end-users, and develops specifications for transactions that meet these requirements. System Analyst plays a major role in database design, technical aspect etc. of the system.
