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Date Published
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Carlota Soto
Word count
933
Language
English
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Summary

In the evolving landscape of software development, where AI agents are increasingly responsible for creating full-stack applications, the use of databases, specifically Postgres, is changing significantly. These agent-driven systems require infrastructure that can dynamically create and discard databases at runtime per app, session, or exploration path, leading to high churn and unpredictable timing in database creation. Neon has been at the forefront of providing solutions for these requirements, offering a serverless architecture with fast control planes that support instant, invisible provisioning and autoscaling. This setup allows for the rapid creation of thousands of databases daily, with features like usage tracking, quota enforcement, and the ability to pause and resume computing resources. Furthermore, agents benefit from version control capabilities that allow for the capture and restoration of full database states at specific points in time. Neon's approach aligns the database with the operational needs of agent platforms, enabling them to deliver seamless and efficient production-grade experiences, as demonstrated by partnerships with platforms like Replit.