19.5 - Choosing Between SQL and NoSQL
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Practice Questions
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What does SQL stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about how SQL is used to handle databases.
What does the term 'schema' refer to in a database?
💡 Hint: Consider what defines how data is structured.
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What does SQL stand for?
💡 Hint: It’s the formal language for working with relational databases.
True or False: NoSQL databases typically have a fixed schema.
💡 Hint: Think about how NoSQL databases handle diverse types of data.
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You are tasked with designing a database for a new social media platform. Would you choose SQL or NoSQL? Justify your answer.
💡 Hint: Consider how user data varies and the potential for rapid growth.
Your company is shifting its financial reporting system to a new database. Discuss the implications of switching from a SQL to NoSQL database regarding data integrity and reliability.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the consequences of differing transaction models on financial data.
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