From Tables to Documents - Changing Your Database Mindset

Explore the shift from SQL to document-based databases in this 46-minute conference talk from NDC Oslo 2020. Learn key terminology differences, understand the advantages of document-based systems, and discover three essential mindset changes for successful implementation. Dive into practical examples, including user dictionaries and hobby tables, to grasp concepts like document diversity, data normalization, and embedding. Gain insights on scaling, query optimization, and adapting to changing requirements. Examine the trade-offs between storage costs and development efficiency. Conclude with a summary of document database benefits and additional resources, including an introduction to MongoDB Atlas.