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Applications and CockroachDB go together like peaches and cream

Applications and CockroachDB go together like peaches and cream

As we know, data rich apps drive the economy. If your business doesn't have an app you are effectively working with your arms tied behind your back. These data rich apps have their own specific list of requirements. they need to be able to provide consistent, reliable data with super

Want to speed up your reads?

Want to speed up your reads?

Be a Leader and a Follower :-) In CockroachDB, a follower is a replica of a database that synchronises with the leader to ensure data consistency and availability. The leader is the node that accepts write requests and coordinates updates to the database. The followers replicate the leader's data and

Comparing RAFT, PAXOS, and Calvin Consensus Algorithms: Why CockroachDB Chose RAFT

Comparing RAFT, PAXOS, and Calvin Consensus Algorithms: Why CockroachDB Chose RAFT

Consensus algorithms are essential for distributed databases, enabling nodes in the cluster to agree on a single version of the data. RAFT, PAXOS, and Calvin are three popular consensus algorithms used in distributed systems. In this blog post, we will compare these algorithms and discuss why CockroachDB chose RAFT as

The Importance of Encryption for Database Platforms: Protecting Your Data

The Importance of Encryption for Database Platforms: Protecting Your Data

Hello everyone, having worked in the database industry for over 30 years, I know firsthand the importance of protecting your data. One of the most effective ways to do this is through encryption, which transforms sensitive information into a code that only authorised parties can decode. In this blog post,

Making Friends in the Cloud: A Humorous Guide to Integrating CockroachDB with Other Services

Making Friends in the Cloud: A Humorous Guide to Integrating CockroachDB with Other Services

If you're running a distributed SQL database like CockroachDB in the cloud, you know that integration with other cloud services is crucial for success. But how do you make sure your database is playing nice with all the other kids on the block? Here are some tips for integrating CockroachDB

Running CockroachDB on ARM based Architecture

Running CockroachDB on ARM based Architecture

Here at Cockroach Labs we understand the importance of being able to develop and test our software locally, and starting from version 22.2 we've released ARM64 binaries for our database, allowing developers to install on their MacBooks, Raspberry Pi's and other ARM based machines. In this blog post I