Graph database A graph database is a type of database designed to efficiently store, manage, and query data that represents complex relationships between entities. Unlike traditional relational databases that primarily […]
Key-value store – Database Services – Part 1
Key-value store A key-value store database is a type of NoSQL database that stores data as a collection of key-value pairs. Each key is a unique identifier for a piece […]
Time-series database – Database Services – Part 1
Time-series database A time-series database is a specialized type of database designed to store and manage data that is indexed and organized by time. It is optimized for handling data […]
Converged database – Database Services – Part 1
Converged database A converged database is a type of database system that combines multiple data models and processing capabilities into a single platform. Unlike traditional databases that focus on a […]
Wide-column store – Database Services – Part 1
Wide-column store A wide-column store database is a type of NoSQL database that stores data in columns rather than traditional rows. It is optimized for handling large-scale distributed data storage […]
Data modeling and schema design – Database Services – Part 2
Data modeling and schema design In this section, we will delve into the foundational principles of structuring data effectively within database systems. It explores the process of defining data models […]
Physical data model – Database Services – Part 2
Physical data model This translates the conceptual model into a concrete database schema, including tables, columns, data types, constraints, and indexes. A physical data model (PDM) is a detailed blueprint […]
Normalization – Database Services – Part 2
Normalization This technique eliminates data redundancy by organizing data into related tables and minimizing data duplication. Normalization is a database design technique that aims to minimize data redundancy and maintain […]
Denormalization – Database Services – Part 2
Denormalization In contrast to normalization, denormalization involves intentionally introducing redundancy to improve query performance, especially in read-heavy scenarios. Denormalization is a database design technique that involves intentionally introducing redundancy into […]
Benefits of data modeling and schema design – Database Services – Part 2
Benefits of data modeling and schema design This section delves into the fundamental principles that underpin effective database architecture. Data modeling and schema design play pivotal roles in shaping the […]