# Top 6 Databases of 2022 and what each of them are used for?

Top 6 Databases trending recently (as per stackoverflow developer report) and what each of them are used for? 

1. **MySQL , PostgreSQL** are the top 2 open source SQL databases used by most tech companies and great for interview preparation. They are mainly relational databases. To compare the syntax you can refer to (https://t.co/LRhrMBT2yo)

2. **SQLite:** Is a light weight database that is embedded into most mobile applications. If you are an Android/IOS developer definitely take a look at it.

3. **MongoDB:** Is widely using NoSQL database. Its a cross-platform document-oriented database program.

4. **Microsoft SQL Server:** Its a microsoft version of SQL implementation for relational databases. Great for Azure or .Net applications.

5. **Redis:** This is a must learn open source, in-memory data store used by millions of developers as a database, cache, streaming engine, and message broker. Great for caching . 

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What DB do you use for devleopment ? 
 
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