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PostgreSQL adoption surged after Oracle acquired MySQL, says pioneer

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Michael Stonebraker, a key figure in the development of PostgreSQL, credits Oracle's acquisition of MySQL with driving widespread adoption of the open-source database. This strategic move by Oracle inadvertently pushed users to seek alternatives, significantly boosting PostgreSQL's market presence and influence. AI

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PostgreSQL adoption surged after Oracle acquired MySQL, says pioneer

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  1. The Register — AI TIER_1 English(EN) ·

    Postgres pioneer credits Oracle with helping his database take over the world

    Big Red's acquisition of MySQL sent users running toward the open source alternative, says Michael Stonebraker

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