System Scalability Design
Lessons Learned from Real-World NoSQL Database Migrations

Lessons Learned from Real-World NoSQL Database Migrations

7/28/2026 · Cynthia Dunlop

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This post provides practical insights into NoSQL database migrations, specifically detailing a migration from DynamoDB to ScyllaDB. It elaborates on the challenges of out-of-order writes, the strategy of dual-writing during migration, and the importance of understanding subtle differences between similar databases. The author also mentions the use of ScyllaDB Migrator and the considerations for record versioning and data compression.

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