Database management systems (DBMS)

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Database management systems (DBMS) News

September 10, 2020 10 Sep'20
Data mapping as a service, a modern form of data discovery

The CEO of ActiveNav provides insight into how data mapping fits into the data management landscape as the vendor launches a new data mapping-as-a-service platform.
August 27, 2020 27 Aug'20
Kafka users Northrop Grumman, Walmart highlight event streaming

Walmart and Northrop Grumman talk about deployment and the benefits of using the open source Kafka technology to enable modern data-driven applications.
August 26, 2020 26 Aug'20
Confluent Platform 6 brings cluster linking to Apache Kafka

Event streaming vendor Confluent adds new cluster linking capabilities in its latest platform update, bringing more scalability for deployments that span multiple clouds.
August 25, 2020 25 Aug'20
Redis Labs looks to grow database with $100M funding

Redis Labs CEO Ofer Bengal gives insight into the state of the open source Redis database and caching layer, and where the vendor is headed, with a possible IPO on the horizon.

Database management systems (DBMS) Get Started

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MongoDB

MongoDB is an open source NoSQL database management program. NoSQL is used as an alternative to traditional relational databases. Continue Reading
4 tips to pick the right cloud database service

Before you migrate your data to the cloud, evaluate your cloud database options. Use these guidelines to choose the right database offering for your enterprise. Continue Reading
5 steps to select the best IoT database

Organizations should begin their search for the right IoT database by understanding their data, functional requirements and how the database will fit into their business strategy. Continue Reading

Evaluate Database management systems (DBMS) Vendors & Products

Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.

When should I use Amazon RDS vs. Aurora Serverless?

Before choosing between Aurora Serverless and Amazon RDS, consider each service's benefits and limitations to ensure you find the right use case and stick to your cloud budget. Continue Reading
Metamorphosis of Kafka Confluent event streaming technologies

Kafka Confluent event streaming tools allow data managers, analysts and developers to capture, process, store, access and analyze data streams on the fly with precision. Continue Reading
How to choose the right database to fit your data model(s)

Choosing the right database for your enterprise applications can be a difficult process. Read on for some considerations on data platforms and model needs before making the choice. Continue Reading

Manage Database management systems (DBMS)

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

Should you host your database on-site or in the cloud?

There's been a surge of movement to the cloud in recent years, but there are still some benefits to an on-site database. Read on for a comparison of on-site and cloud platforms. Continue Reading
Building a strong data analytics platform architecture

A strong analytics platform is key to meeting demands in a data-driven business. Read on for the key components your platform architecture should include. Continue Reading
When a DIY database management system design is the best fit

Learn how a combination of homegrown, off-the-shelf and open source tools, plus proper motivation, can yield a DIY DBMS that meets corporate expectations, needs and ROI. Continue Reading

Problem Solve Database management systems (DBMS) Issues

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Common data lake challenges and how to overcome them

Managing the data contained in your enterprise data lake presents many challenges. From the amount of data to data inconsistencies, here are some solutions to common issues. Continue Reading
Oracle LEFT JOIN vs. LEFT OUTER JOIN: What's the difference?

Get an explanation of the different types of Oracle joins, including whether there's really a difference between the LEFT JOIN and LEFT OUTER JOIN syntax in PL/SQL. Continue Reading
10 cloud database migration mistakes to avoid

Database expert Chris Foot lists the top 10 oversights IT teams commonly make when undertaking a cloud database migration and offers tips on how to avoid them. Continue Reading