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Database Internals

Alex Petrov

Published 2019

When it comes to choosing, using, and maintaining a database, understanding its internals is essential. But with so many distributed databases and tools available today, it's often difficult to understand what each one offers and how they differ.

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Explores the intricate inner workings of modern database systems, from storage engines to distributed transaction management, to demystify their operational complexities.

Read this if

  • You need a deep understanding of database storage engines.
  • You design or operate distributed database systems.
  • You want to compare different database architectures in depth.

Skip this for now if

  • You are new to databases and seek an introductory guide.
  • You prefer hands-on coding examples or API tutorials.
  • You only need to learn how to use a specific database.
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