Sharding strategies: directory-based, range-based, and hash-based

Sharding strategies can be categorized into three types: directory-based, range-based, and hash-based. Directory-based sharding involves mapping data to shards using a lookup table, which is useful for specific criteria but may result in uneven data distribution and an extra query step. Range-based sharding splits up the shard mapping based on a range of values, which can lead to overloaded shards but allows for easy resharding operations. Hash-based sharding distributes data evenly across shards using a hash function, minimizing human guesswork and offering easier resharding options. PlanetScale typically recommends hash-based sharding as the default option due to its simplicity and effectiveness in maintaining an even distribution of data.

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