Databases
I always wanted to get into databases, but it seems quite complicated to new users.
Anyone want to point me in the right direction to get a small free sql database to start off and any other useful tips?
What for do you want to use databases?
For big management systems id look into MS SQL.
Quite simple to connect and use with .NET.
Are you familiar with SQL queries? operations?
Before using .Net to handle your database, you should learn some SQL statements.
Go loop up a few tutorials and use a administration tool to connect to your database and execute some querys.
Later on, you will be able to execute these querys in .Net and retreive the data you want.
However, you should start learning SQL first.
Indeed, if you are not familiar with SQL it self, get used to it. Its not hard. (This is actually something I use every single day)
There is some good tutorials around the web. Add me on skype if you seek some help.