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PostgreSQL vs MySQL: 5 Reasons Developers Are Making the Switch
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For years, MySQL was a hero to developers in the database world. It was simple, fast, and widely used in web applications. But something has changed. More and more companies are switching to PostgreSQL — and for good reason.
Today, PostgreSQL dominates MySQL in performance, scalability, and modern features. If you’re still using MySQL, this article will show you why PostgreSQL is the better choice.
1. PostgreSQL Can Handle Heavy Traffic Like a Pro
MySQL works well for small projects, but when things scale up, problems start to appear. Slow queries, locks, and crashes — all common complaints in high-traffic MySQL applications.
On the other hand, PostgreSQL was built for enterprise-level applications. It can handle:
✅ Massive datasets (think petabytes of data)
✅ Complex queries with better performance
✅ Parallel processing to run multiple tasks at once
That’s why giants like Uber, Instagram, and Netflix rely on PostgreSQL.
