Neon: A New Approach to Database Development

Neon, a new approach to database development using Postgres, is now generally available, featuring significant improvements in database scaling and developer workflow efficiency. By separating storage and compute, Neon allows for sub-second cluster creation, automatic scaling, and instant branching, enabling developers to work independently without disrupting team collaboration. This innovative architecture, which remains open-source and compatible with existing Postgres tools and extensions, addresses traditional challenges of scaling and restoring relational databases by facilitating quicker recovery and reducing overhead. Neon's capabilities, such as serverless autoscaling and seamless database branching, are designed to enhance developer productivity by minimizing wait times and simplifying operations. These developments have been integrated upstream into the Postgres community, emphasizing Neon's commitment to evolving the Postgres experience while maintaining its core strengths.