Choosing Between SQL And NoSQL Databases: A Guide
Choose between SQL & NoSQL databases based on structured data & consistency (SQL) vs unstructured data & scalability (NoSQL). Relational databases excel at complex relationships, while NoSQL shines for horizontal scalability.
When working with data in modern systems, one of the first concepts that comes up is the type of database we’re going to use. And one of the main decisions we have to make is between traditional relational databases (SQL) and the newer NoSQL databases. Both have their pros and cons, and choosing the right one depends on the type of application you're developing. Let’s take a closer look at how each one works and when it's most suitable to use them. Relational Databases (SQL) Relational databases are based on the relational model. These databases use tables to store data, where each r...