SQL Vs NoSQL: Choosing The Right Database For Your Needs

SQL databases, known for their relational structure, contrast with NoSQL’s flexible, scalable solutions. Both have strengths suited to specific needs.

  
  
  Examples from SQL and NoSQL

Comparing how SQL and NoSQL handle tasks like querying and scalability can illuminate their strengths. Here are examples showcasing their differences in real-world operations.
Querying Data
SQL

SELECT * 
FROM employees 
WHERE age > 25;

    
    

    
    




NoSQL (MongoDB)

db.employees.find({ age: { $gt: 25 } });

    
    

    
    




Scalability Differences
SQL: Vertical scaling, limited by hardwa...