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"