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Comparing Database Types
Many types of databases exist, each with their own benefits. In this guide, we compare the different types of databases and what each of them offer.
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Prisma – ORM for Node.js and TypeScript
Learn about the motivation for Prisma ORM and how it compares to other Node.js and TypeScript database tools like ORMs and SQL query builders. Applies to Prisma ORM v6.
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Prisma 2.0 Beta: Type-safe Database Access
Prisma 2 Beta introduced type-safe database access with Prisma Client, updated docs, and a clearer path toward production readiness.
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Prisma Postgres – Runs on bare metal and unikernels
At Prisma, we believe that deploying a database should be as simple as adding a new page in Notion. Today, we are excited to share the first milestone towards this vision: Prisma Postgres® gives developers an always-on database with pay-as-you-go pricing, thanks to our unique architecture design.
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Prisma laying off 28% staff
Restructuring Prisma
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Prisma Raises $12M Series A
Prisma raised $12M in Series A funding to keep building the next generation of database tools for application developers.
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Using the expand and contract pattern for schema changes
In this article, we introduce the expand and contract pattern to help migrate data and clients to a new schema.