Mutant Monitoring System Day 15 – Coding with Java Part 3

Part 15 of the Mutant Monitoring System blog series explores using Java to store binary files, such as images, in ScyllaDB, a distributed database known for its fault protection and resiliency. The process involves adding a blob column to the catalog.mutant_data table within ScyllaDB to hold images of mutants, allowing Division 3 to view and share these images with law enforcement. The post details setting up the ScyllaDB cluster, modifying the database schema, and running a Java application within Docker to store and retrieve images, using the blob data type for binary storage. This development enhances the system's capabilities, providing a robust method for managing and sharing critical visual data and demonstrating the flexibility and potential of integrating file storage within a database ecosystem.