This talk takes you on a journey through the history of SQL as an Open Standard, emphasizing its pivotal role in shaping the database industry. It also highlights the pressing need for a similar standard in MongoDB-compatible open databases. The presentation introduces FerretDB as a groundbreaking solution bridging MongoDB and open databases, ensuring seamless transitions without extensive application-level changes. This talk illuminates the importance of open standards and presents a path forward for enhanced compatibility and collaboration within the open-source database community.