Database Design
Installation
SKILL.md
Database Design Skill
Model data to match access patterns. Normalize for integrity, denormalize for performance.
Choosing a Database
Decision Matrix
| Factor | SQL (Relational) | NoSQL (Document) | Key-Value | Graph |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schema | Fixed, strict | Flexible | None | Nodes/edges |
| Transactions | ACID built-in | Eventually consistent (usually) | Limited | Varies |
| Joins | Native support | Expensive/manual | N/A | Native (relationships) |
| Scale | Vertical → Horizontal | Horizontal native | Horizontal native | Specialized |
| Best for | Structured data, complex queries | Rapid iteration, varied shape | Cache, sessions | Relationships |
Common Choices (2026)
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