Relational databases - there has to be more right?

Question

I really enjoy database design and the whole concept of managing data semantically and all the logic that comes with it.

My knowledge level when it comes to databases is

Answer 1

being just a student of Databases I can only speak from my limited scope but I can suggest two sites that may help...

http://database-programmer.blogspot.com/2008/09/comprehensive-table-of-contents.html

This is Kenneth Downs site, he goes from the very basics if SQL and delves into more complex subjects. The man has written a framework around DB's after all.

Another one is High Scalability...

http://highscalability.com/

They get into every realm of DB's.

Hope this helps.