Choosing the right database and database connections
In this section, we’re going to show you how to select a database or data storage system that aligns with your microservice requirements and establish connections to your chosen database from your Node.js microservice.
Choosing the right database
Choosing the right database for your application is an important decision that can affect the performance, scalability, and maintainability of your system. There are many factors to consider when selecting a database, such as the type, size, and structure of your data, the expected workload and concurrency of your application, the availability and consistency requirements of your system, the budget and resources of your project, and the programming languages and frameworks that you use.
Here are the key steps for choosing the right database:
- Data model complexity: Choose relational databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL for complex relationships and structured data...
