Company
Date Published
Author
Jimmy Guerrero
Word count
1422
Language
English
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None

Summary

** YugabyteDB 2.0 has achieved PostgreSQL compatibility in its Yugabyte SQL API (YSQL), enabling users to leverage the power of PostgreSQL syntax and wire-protocol compatibility for distributed SQL databases. This release supports various features, including distributed transactions, serializable and snapshot isolation, foreign keys, stored procedures, triggers, window functions, and more. The team's aim is to provide an open-source alternative to monolithic SQL databases like Oracle and SQL Server, catering to the growing demand for cost-effective, cloud-native technologies. With YugabyteDB, developers can now explore a PostgreSQL-compatible database that offers a robust set of features and capabilities, including support for various data types, indexes, views, triggers, and more. The release is expected to attract users looking for an open-source alternative to traditional databases, with the potential to become a major player in the distributed SQL market.