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What is DuckDB?​

What is DuckDB?​

DuckDB accelerates analytical workflows through its in-process OLAP engine, offering Python/R integration and efficient data processing for DBAs and data teams.

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How AI is Transforming SQL Query Optimization in 2025​

How AI is Transforming SQL Query Optimization in 2025​

Explore how AI revolutionizes SQL query optimization in 2025 with automated rewriting, intelligent indexing, and predictive analytics. Discover tools like SQLFlash that reduce manual efforts by 90%, boost database performance, and enable proactive bottleneck prevention.

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MySQL 8.0 EOL Countdown: Secure Your Database Future Now!​​

MySQL 8.0 EOL Countdown: Secure Your Database Future Now!​​

As MySQL 8.0 approaches its End-of-Life in April 2026, this comprehensive guide explores critical upgrade, migration, and extended support strategies for database administrators. Discover actionable insights on mitigating security vulnerabilities, maintaining compliance, and minimizing downtime through LTS upgrades, third-party vendor solutions, or full database migrations to modern systems like PostgreSQL. Learn key considerations for application compatibility, performance impact analysis, and resource planning to ensure seamless transitions.

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MySQL Version Support Roadmap: Lifecycle Strategies for Modern Databases​

MySQL Version Support Roadmap: Lifecycle Strategies for Modern Databases​

MySQL's version lifecycle and release cycles are critical for database administrators to maintain security and performance. This article decodes MySQL 8.0 EOL implications, compares LTS and Innovation releases, and provides actionable strategies for seamless upgrades. Learn how to mitigate security risks, avoid compatibility issues, and optimize database management through lifecycle-aware planning.

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GitHub vs. GitLab in 2025

GitHub vs. GitLab in 2025

Compare GitHub and GitLab's 2025 features focusing on CI/CD pipelines, AI-powered code optimization, and security scanning. Discover how self-hosted solutions and platform-specific strengths align with modern DevOps strategies.

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