Sometimes MongoDB users question whether they need a backup if they are already using replication, or vice versa. Doesn’t replication already protect their data sufficiently? How do backup and replication compare?. In short, backup involves making a copy or copies of data, while replication is the act of copying and then moving data between a company’s site. Let's deepen about this.

I often have the need to develop a system that implements dynamic search filters with a fast response time, allowing the user to view and select the filters. Such requirements are increasingly seen as an important feature in many platforms, mainly in e-commerce websites, and it is what makes it easier for the user to navigate the site.

While SQL databases are incredibly useful tools, their monopoly is coming to an end. NoSQL databases have been getting lot of attention over the last few years for their performance, scalability, schema flexibility and analytics capabilities. While relational databases are still a good choice for certain cases - like structured data and applications that require ACID transactions - NoSQL databases are better suited for use cases where: