MongoDB has become popular among developers due to its ease of use compared to SQL. Many SQL databases have also introduced a MongoDB API layer, including Oracle Database with OSON, FerretDB for PostgreSQL, MariaDB with MaxScale, and SAP HANA.
In this session, we will demonstrate how using a MongoDB API enhances the developer experience for building modern applications compared to using SQL. We'll also cover fundamental concepts to help us better understand the developer's perspective.
Additionally, we will explore some of the deeper internals, comparing how MongoDB functionality is emulated in SQL tables within Oracle Database versus how it is executed natively in MongoDB with WiredTiger.