The database ecosystem: understanding popularity ranking sites

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Part 1 of a 3-part series: Database Trends — What is changing in the database world



In this opening segment, Kaj Arnö speaks with Kellyn Gorman (Redgate) about how to interpret database popularity rankings such as DB-Engines — and what they can (and cannot) tell us about the database ecosystem.



While widely used, rankings are only one lens on a much more complex reality. This discussion explores how to use them thoughtfully as part of a broader evaluation of database platforms.



Key topics:

• The role of DB-Engines and similar ranking sites

• Why popularity metrics are useful — but incomplete

• How rankings relate to real-world database usage



“DB-Engines is one of the main rankings people refer to — but it’s complex.”



This is the first part of a wider conversation on how the database landscape is evolving.



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About the series:

This 3-part interview explores key trends shaping the database world — from ecosystem signals to real-world technology choices and the growing impact of AI on data systems.