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NoSQL Database Migration Strategies

1 post · Jul 2026

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This post outlines key considerations and strategies for planning, executing, and de-risking NoSQL database migrations. It covers the choice between online and offline migration approaches, the essential steps of schema migration, data migration, and data validation, and discusses methods for capturing changes in the source database (e.g., DynamoDB Streams, dual-writing, CDC, Kafka) to ensure data consistency during the migration process.

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  1. What Matters Most for NoSQL MigrationsThe post details the fundamental steps and considerations for NoSQL database migrations, emphasizing the importance of a clear end-to-end understanding. It differentiates between offline and online migration approaches and highlights the critical phases of schema migration, data migration, and data validation. It also introduces techniques for capturing source database changes, such as DynamoDB Streams and dual-writing, to maintain data integrity during online migrations.