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Tietokantakerros, also known as the data access layer or persistence layer, is a conceptual layer in software architecture that abstracts the underlying database technology. Its primary purpose is to isolate the application's business logic from the specifics of how data is stored, retrieved, and managed. This separation simplifies development and maintenance by allowing changes to the database or its implementation without affecting the rest of the application.

The tietokantakerros typically handles tasks such as establishing connections to the database, executing queries, mapping data between application objects and database tables, and managing transactions. By encapsulating these operations, it provides a consistent interface for other parts of the application to interact with data. This can lead to more robust and maintainable code, as developers can focus on the application's core functionality rather than database specifics.

Common patterns and technologies employed within the tietokantakerros include Object-Relational Mappers (ORMs) like Hibernate or Entity Framework, which automate the mapping between object-oriented programming languages and relational databases. Direct SQL execution or stored procedures can also be part of this layer, though ORMs generally promote higher levels of abstraction and portability. The implementation details of the tietokantakerros can vary significantly depending on the chosen programming language, framework, and database system.