Object-relational database
An object-relational database is a type of database that combines features of both object-oriented programming and traditional relational databases. It allows you to store complex data types, like images or videos, alongside more standard data, such as numbers and text. This flexibility enables developers to model real-world entities more accurately. Instead of just rows and columns (like in a standard database), these databases can manage relationships and behaviors of data, making them suitable for applications that require rich data representation, like multimedia applications or complex business models.
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An Object-Relational Database (ORDB) combines the features of traditional relational databases with those of object-oriented programming. While relational databases store data in tables and rows, ORDBs allow for more complex data types, such as images or videos, and support programming concepts like inheritance and encapsulation. This means you can manage not just simple data but also structured, interrelated data more naturally, mirroring how software objects interact. ORDBs are beneficial for applications that require rich data structures and complex relationships, making them suitable for advanced systems like multimedia databases or data-rich applications.