PostgreSQL vs. MySQL: Understanding the Database Tools

There are tons of database management tools in the market currently, but the evergreen battle between PostgreSQL and MySQL never ceases to amaze users. The right SQL database solution will offer the best compatible solutions for your data architecture. It can make or break your data’s operational flexibility, scalability, ease, cost, maintenance, amongst other things. […]

Everything You Need to Know About SQL Sub-Queries

SQL queries are the meat and potatoes of RDBMS CRUD (create, read, update, delete). But when your application or enterprise database grows, the need for intelligent queries to retrieve conditional, requirement-specific data becomes a must-have. SQL is relatively comprehensive, encompassing many functionalities—each of which is well-suited for various business uses. One such functionality includes the […]

How to Install Python PIP on Windows, Mac, and Linux

Just like any programming language, Python supports third-party libraries and frameworks that you can install to avoid reinventing the wheel with every new project. If you want to use them, you can find these Python libraries on a central repository called the Python Package Index (PyPI). It can be a frustrating and time-consuming process to […]

How to Get Python and JavaScript to Communicate Using JSON

Are you wondering how you can send data from JavaScript to Python? Well, that’s easy with an application programming interface (API). Programming languages communicate and exchange data using APIs. Typically, in such communication, a backend technology (API provider) responds with data after receiving a request from a front-end script. There are many request types, though; […]

Beginner’s Guide to Writing mySQL Database Schemas

When developing a software project one of the most important, foundational and intrinsic aspects is a properly structured database schema. It’s the equivalent of when building a house you need to ensure the foundation is properly laid, otherwise the chances of building a quality house are drastically reduced. Surprisingly easier than one would think, let’s […]