Neon

Neon is a serverless, multi-cloud PostgreSQL database platform that separates compute and storage for scalable, cost-effective data management. It offers features like branching for development workflows, instant scaling, and built-in connection pooling to optimize performance and reduce operational overhead. Neon is designed for modern cloud-native applications, providing a fully managed PostgreSQL experience with enhanced developer productivity.

Also known as: Neon Database, Neon PostgreSQL, Neon Serverless, Neon Tech, NeonDB

🧊Why learn Neon?

Developers should use Neon when building applications that require scalable PostgreSQL databases with minimal operational complexity, such as SaaS platforms, microservices architectures, or data-intensive web apps. It is particularly valuable for teams needing features like database branching for testing and CI/CD, pay-per-use pricing to reduce costs, and automatic scaling to handle variable workloads without manual intervention.

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Learning Resources

Neon Documentation

Getting Started with Neon Tutorial

Neon YouTube Channel

Serverless PostgreSQL with Neon Course on Udemy

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