Exploring the best practices when using ledger databases
In this chapter, we covered a lot of important concepts on how QLDB retains a comprehensive and verifiable record of modifications made over time. This capability enhances the ledger’s transparency and maintains its data integrity. In this section, we will look at the best practices when working with ledger databases. They are as follows:
- Data structure: Implement a data structure that fits your needs. Organize and design the tables in a way that makes it easy to search for and retrieve data efficiently.
- Immutability: Since QLDB is immutable and contains a verifiable history of all the changes, make use of this capability to maintain data integrity and traceability.
- Querying: There are some constraints concerning querying the data in QLDB. These must be taken into consideration when writing queries for optimal performance.
- Cost management: Make sure you have a good understanding of how QLDB pricing...
