Chapter 18. Other Databases and Tools: Life Beyond MySQL
Exploration builds perspective. You’ve now grown comfortable with SQL and your MySQL relational database management system (RDBMS), but what lies beyond the safety of the same familiar streets? It’s time to hop on for a ride through uncharted territory. Join us for a tour of other RDBMS options like PostgreSQL, SQLite, and SQL Server. Then we’ll really hit the throttle and head for the land of non-relational databases and generative AI. Exploring new choices may help may illuminate your path or cause you to appreciate the integrity of SQL’s structured tables. You never know until you venture out. So turn the page, and let’s zip around with other tools.
Keeping your options open
Now that Ana’s got the hang of things in Germany, she’s experimenting with all kinds of different tools and technologies, some of which Abby doesn’t know about yet. Here’s an exchange they had about RDBMSs:
Abby’s been happy with MySQL so far, but maybe it is a good time to evaluate her options and see what other RDBMSs have to offer.
Note
If you’re working at a company, you may not get to decide your RDBMS—especially if you’re an analytical user. It’s still important to recognize similarities and difference across platforms in case you find ...
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