MySQL and MongoDB are the two most widespread databases to store and manage the data. MySQL is a relational database management system based on structured Query language that requires a predefined set of database schemes, enforcing a rigid structure on how data must be stored, whereas MongoDB is a NoSQL database system that offers a flexible,schema-less design, allowing the diverse add types and easier scalability. Both databases have their strengths and shortcomings and each is better suited for different application types. This article will provide an overview of the characteristics and capabilities of each database and how they vary from each other.

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