How to Choose the Right Database ?
The database you select will shape your application’s performance, scalability, and maintenance. Here's a guide to help you make the right choice:
1. Understand Your Data: Is your data relational (SQL), semi-structured (JSON/XML), or unstructured (text, images)? The type of data will influence your decision.
2. Scalability Needs: Will your app scale horizontally (adding more servers) or vertically (upgrading hardware)? Ensure your database can handle growth and increased traffic.
3. ACID or Eventual Consistency: Does your application need strict ACID compliance, or can it tolerate eventual consistency?
4. Query Performance: Consider the types of queries you’ll run and whether the database supports efficient indexing and query optimisation.
5. Tech Stack & Future Growth: Choose a database that integrates with your tech stack and can support your application’s growth over time.
I’ve compiled this list based on my understanding, as an update from Satish Gupta's diagram. This is not an exhaustive list—some databases may serve multiple use cases. The intent here is to group them based on common use cases, whether SQL, NoSQL, or NewSQL.
Remember, there’s no one-size-fits-all database. The right choice depends on your specific use case and data requirements!
If you want to learn in detail , please check below video by Rocky Bhatia
Top comments (0)