The latest articles on DEV Community by yossi cohen (@yossi_cohen_7acc82ef127f0). https://dev.to/yossi_cohen_7acc82ef127f0 https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=90,height=90,fit=cover,gravity=auto,format=auto/https:%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Fuser%2Fprofile_image%2F3964115%2F15c45d38-194f-4873-b8f1-b8ed50f7d878.png https://dev.to/yossi_cohen_7acc82ef127f0 en yossi cohen Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:55:24 +0000 https://dev.to/yossi_cohen_7acc82ef127f0/how-do-i-know-which-database-to-use-when-developing-a-web-application-pea https://dev.to/yossi_cohen_7acc82ef127f0/how-do-i-know-which-database-to-use-when-developing-a-web-application-pea <p>How do I know which database to use when developing a web application?</p> <p>I’m building a web app and want to understand how to choose the right database.<br> What are the main factors to consider when choosing between SQL databases like PostgreSQL/MySQL and NoSQL databases like MongoDB/Firebase?<br> In which situations should I use each one, and what would be best for a site that includes users, posts, images, and frequently updated content?</p> <p>Short version:</p> <p>How do I choose the right database for a web app, and what are the differences between PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and Firebase</p> architecture backend database webdev