This beginner level introduction to Apache Cassandra™ outlines challenges encountered when attempting to scale with relational databases, and how NoSQL databases like Apache Cassandra™ address those challenges. It reviews the Apache Cassandra™ architecture, benefits, and how to use the Apache Cassandra™ read and write paths. Finally, it reviews Apache Cassandra™ distributions and helps you determine the best fit for your needs.
Course duration: 45 minutes
- Teacher: Aleks Volochnev