PostgreSQL
PostgreSQL is a powerful, open-source object-relational database known for its robustness and data integrity. We choose it for complex applications that require advanced features like JSONB support, full-text search, and geospatial data.
Advantages
- Advanced data types and features.
- Strong emphasis on data integrity and standards compliance.
- Extensible with custom functions and plugins.
Disadvantages
- Can be more complex to set up and manage than MySQL.
- Performance might be slower for simple read-heavy operations.
- Smaller market share means fewer third-party tools compared to MySQL.
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