If you’re exploring RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) or building AI applications, you’ve likely encountered the term
“vector database.”
The Vector Database is the core of any RAG Application, and understanding and selecting the best one out of all is a skill that not many people possess.
This technology has become essential for modern AI applications, but understanding what makes it different from regular databases and why it matters can be confusing.
Let me break down everything you need to know in simple, practical terms, and by the end, you can pick the right vector database for your project.
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But What is a Database?
Before we dive into vector databases, let’s understand traditional databases.
