ScyllaDB Enterprise Release 2019.1.8

ScyllaDB Enterprise 2019.1.8 has been released as a production-ready patch focusing on improving the stability and fixing bugs of the high-performance NoSQL database designed for real-time big data workloads. Customers are encouraged to upgrade to this version, coordinating with the ScyllaDB support team to ensure a smooth transition. The release addresses various stability issues, such as memory bloat due to incorrect SSTable metadata eviction, potential race conditions when creating tables with duplicate names, and errors during schema alterations, among others. It also includes performance enhancements like allowing adjustments for slow repairs and ensuring metrics for data streaming are monotonic. This update is part of ongoing maintenance to enhance the reliability and efficiency of ScyllaDB Enterprise for its users.