ScyllaDB Enterprise Release 2020.1.0

ScyllaDB Enterprise 2020.1.0 is a major release that builds on the features of ScyllaDB Open Source 4.0, introducing enhancements such as a DynamoDB-compatible API called Alternator, which allows seamless migration with no application code changes. This release offers improvements over Apache Cassandra with more efficient Paxos consensus for Lightweight Transactions (LWT) and advanced features in the Cassandra Query Language (CQL), including BYPASS CACHE and LIKE operators. Unique innovations like the Incremental Compaction Strategy (ICS) and Workload Prioritization enable better resource utilization and operational efficiency. ScyllaDB Enterprise 2020.1.0 supports expanded deployment options, including ScyllaDB Cloud, Docker, and Kubernetes, providing flexibility and cost savings over traditional platforms. The update aligns with industry advances in cloud computing and operating systems, and it includes comprehensive enhancements in performance, security, and usability, such as encryption at rest and improvements in query handling. The release encourages users to upgrade from previous versions to leverage new features and optimizations for real-time big data workloads.