Google: Fusion Tables - Tools DB

Import a data file from your computer

Download the file (DB 1 Tool Import File - Data.csv) attached to this page.

This is a Comma Separated File, known as a csv file.

This type of file can be read by most database programs and allows easy importing of data into the database.

The file looks like:

The  first row contains the field (column) names, each field name is separated by a comma

The each row that follows contain the data for one record (row), the data is also separated by commas.

Once the file is on your computer, create a new Fusion Table. You will need to import the .csv file from your computer.

Add a calculated field

Create a new field: Edit>Add formula Column

Name: Invoice Total

Formula: 'UNIT PRICE'*QUANTITY

Set an appropriate format for this type of data.

Note:

• the field names are case-sensitive

• single quotes are needed if the field name contains spaces or special characters

• the formula is very similar to a spreadsheet formula, but a leading equal sign is not required

• logical (if statements) calculated fields can also be added

Simple Queries: Sorting Records

A query when a question is asked of a database. The data is converted into information.

Simple queries can be answered by sorting by different fields

Answer the following simple queries:

• 1. Name the supplier, tool name and value for the invoice with the largest value

  2. Name the supplier, tool name and value for the invoice with the smallest value

  3. Name the supplier, tool name and value for the invoice with the largest quantity sold

Add a Summary

A summary can hold more than one for these queries.

Queries created by a summary tab can be more complex.

1. for each supplier, determine the total of the Invoice Total

2. for each supplier, determine the average Invoice Total

   1. for each tool name, determine the total of the Invoice Total

   2. for each tool name, determine the total number units sold

   3. for each tool name, determine the average unit price

Rename your Summary tabs to describe the information it contains

Note:

• • Summary tabs only display 10 elements in the chart, all the data is on the left hand side of the window

Add a Filter

A filter can also be added.

Create a new Summary tab similar to #1 above (for each supplier, determine the total of the Invoice Total), but include a filter that only includes the supplier B & D