SQL vs NoSQL: Which to Choose?

SQL

Choose SQL databases, like MySQL, PostgreSQL, and SQLite, if:

• Your data is structured and relational.


• You need complex transactions with data integrity.


• You prioritize data consistency and security.


• You require complex queries and detailed analysis.


• Ideal for: CRM, ERP, e-commerce, banking systems, reservation systems.

NoSQL

Choose NoSQL databases, like MongoDB, Cassandra, and Redis, if:

• You handle semi-structured or unstructured data.


• You seek horizontal scalability and schema flexibility.


• You work with large volumes of data and need high read/write speed. …

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