PostgreSQL is a powerful, open source object-relational database system that is known for reliability, feature robustness, and performance. PostgreSQL is becoming the preferred database for more and more enterprises. It is currently ranked #4 in popularity amongst hundreds of databases worldwide according to the DB-Engines Ranking.
The basics first – What is PostgreSQL?
PostgreSQL is a relational database. It stores data points in rows, with columns as different data attributes. A table stores multiple related rows. The relational database is the most common type of database in use. It differentiates itself with a focus on integrations and extensibility. It works with a lot of other technologies and conforms to various database standards, that ensures it is extensible.
In recent years, many companies have officially supported the development of the PostgreSQL project. Let’s dig deeper into why it is gaining popularity.
Why use PostgreSQL?
An enterprise class…