SQL vs MongoDB: Which one is better for your application?

SQL and MongoDB are two different types of databases with different data models and query languages.

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SQL databases are based on the relational model and use SQL as a query language to manipulate data.

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MongoDB is a NoSQL database that uses a document-based data model and a flexible query language.

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Here are some key differences between SQL and MongoDB to consider:

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Data model: SQL databases store data in tables, while MongoDB stores data in JSON-like documents.

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Query language: SQL uses a standardized query language while MongoDB uses its own query language designed specifically for document-based data model.

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Scaling: SQL databases are vertically scalable while MongoDB is horizontally scalable.

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Development and maintenance: SQL databases are well-understood and widely used while MongoDB may require more specialized knowledge and effort.

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SQL vs NoSQL: Which one to choose and why?

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