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November 18, 2024

Guide to SQLite data types

Most databases have distinct data types, but SQLite is quite different from other database systems. This article explains SQLite's dynamic type system and the various datatypes for someone just getting started with SQLite.

November 15, 2024

How to install SQLite on Windows 11

To use MySQL on Windows 11, you can follow these instructions to download it from sqlite.org, install it into your system path, and use tools to view and work with data in a SQLite database.

October 21, 2024

SQLite primary keys

Learn about how primary keys work in SQLite and how they differ from other databases, including the default integer primary key (rowid), custom primary keys, and the unique handling of primary keys in SQLite.

September 8, 2024

SQLite recommended PRAGMAs

SQLite has several settings that can be changed through "PRAGMAs". For the best performance, you'll usually want to change a few of these, and this article discusses the important PRAGMA commands you will want to know in order to get the most out of a SQLite database.

September 1, 2024

SQLite vs. MySQL: What are the differences?

MySQL is very popular, but there are many cases where SQLite may be easier to use or a better fit. What are all the differences between these two database systems? Let's explore the major differences in architecture and design, what the ideal use cases are for each, and the differences in features and performance between MySQL and SQLite.

December 16, 2024

SQLite vs. PostgreSQL: The key differences and advantages of each

An explanation of the key differences between PostgreSQL and SQLite, including where each is best used, and what features PostgreSQL has that SQLite doesn't.

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