SQL vs NoSQL – The Revolution of Data

Date: 7th February 2025
Time: 03:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Speaker: Ms. Deepali Naik (Persistent Systems Ltd., Verna, Goa)

The EXACTAS Council successfully hosted an insightful session on “SQL vs NoSQL: The Revolution of Data”, providing a comparative analysis of structured (SQL) and unstructured (NoSQL) databases and their impact across industries.

Ms. Deepali Naik explained the differences in architecture, use cases, and advantages of SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Cassandra, Firebase) databases. The session covered how SQL is preferred for banking and transactions, while NoSQL is used in big data, social media, and IoT due to its flexibility. Insights were shared on roles like Database Administrator, Data Engineer, and the growing demand for hybrid SQL-NoSQL expertise in the industry.

The session saw active participation, with an interactive Q&A session addressing industry trends and practical database challenges. Ms. Deepali Naik emphasized the importance of selecting the right database for specific applications in the era of big data and AI. 

The event was highly informative and well-received, equipping attendees with valuable knowledge of modern database trends.