Cassandra

Cassandra Architecture for SQL Server DBAs

Cassandra Architecture for SQL Server DBAs Core Architecture Differences As a SQL Server DBA, you’ll find that Cassandra’s architecture differs fundamentally from the relational model you’re familiar with: Cassandra uses a masterless, peer-to-peer distributed architecture […]

Cassandra

Cassandra Background Processes and Performance Impact

Apache Cassandra employs several background processes that are critical to its operation and performance. Understanding these processes helps in optimizing Cassandra deployments for maximum efficiency. Key Background Processes 1. Compaction Compaction is one of the […]

DBA

Building Optimal MongoDB Application

How does understanding READ-WRITE distribution in an application help build optimal MongoDB data architecture? Understanding the read-write ratio of an application – that is, the proportion of read operations versus write operations that occur during […]