CockroachDB

CockroachDB is a distributed SQL database designed for global cloud services, built on a transactional and strongly-consistent SQL API. It provides built-in horizontal scaling and survivability, making it suitable for applications that require both SQL compatibility and global distribution.

Key Characteristics

• Distributed SQL: Distributed SQL database with ACID compliance
• Horizontal Scaling: Built-in horizontal scaling capabilities
• Survivability: Designed for high availability and survivability
• SQL Compatible: Compatible with PostgreSQL wire protocol

Advantages

• Scalability: Seamless horizontal scaling
• Consistency: Strong consistency with ACID transactions
• SQL Compatibility: PostgreSQL-compatible SQL interface
• Global Distribution: Designed for global deployments

Disadvantages

• Performance: Can be slower than single-node databases
• Complexity: Complex to set up and manage
• Cost: Can be expensive for small deployments
• Learning Curve: Requires understanding of distributed systems

Best Practices

• Plan for data locality and distribution
• Monitor cluster performance and health
• Implement proper backup and recovery procedures
• Optimize for your specific workload patterns

Use Cases

• Global applications requiring consistency
• Financial applications with strict consistency requirements
• Applications requiring high availability
• Multi-region deployments