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What Is A Dynamic Schema?

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This post discusses database schemas, specifically focusing on vector databases and their dynamic schema feature. It explains that SQL databases have predefined schemas while NoSQL databases typically have a dynamic or schemaless schema. The Milvus vector database supports dynamic schema, allowing users to add data in JSON format without defining attributes when creating the database. The article covers how to use dynamic schema with the Milvus vector database and how the feature is implemented. It also discusses the pros and cons of dynamic schemas, such as ease of setup and flexibility but slower filtered search compared to fixed schemas.

Company
Zilliz

Date published
Dec. 25, 2023

Author(s)
Yujian Tang

Word count
1506

Language
English

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