Databases

Question 1

Why might you want to use a non-relational DB as oppose to a relational DB?

Answer 1

• Each record in a non-relational DB does not have to maintain an identical data structure
• Migrations aren’t needed when changing the data structure in a non-relational DB
• non-relational DBs are much more flexible

Question 2

What are the advantages of using a relational DB?

Answer 2

• A high level of data integrity thanks to tight relationships between records
• SQL is a very powerful query language that allow for complex queries and retrieval of data.