text: Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
  ### Context:
  CREATE TABLE table_19982699_1 (dvd_release VARCHAR, director VARCHAR)
  ### Question:
  How many dvd releases where directed by david decoteau?
  ### Answer:
  SELECT COUNT(dvd_release) FROM table_19982699_1 WHERE director = "David DeCoteau"