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PostgreSQL

Robust, extensible relational database.

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Open source relational database known for SQL compliance, reliable transactions and extensions such as PostGIS and pgvector.

When to use

As the main database for most applications: relational, reliable and with extensions such as JSON and search.

When to avoid

For minimal-latency caching or highly volatile unstructured data; other options fit better.

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