April 25, 2023, 11:43 a.m. | Abdul Samad

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In the world of databases, there are two major types: relational and graph. Each has its own strengths and weaknesses, and it's important to understand when to use one over the other. In this post, we'll explain the differences between the two, and why graph databases, like Apache AgeDB, are becoming increasingly important for certain use cases.





Relational Databases


Relational databases have been around since the 1970s, and are the most widely used type of database today. They …

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