Foundations
Core Principles
- Normalize core entities and denormalize intentionally for high-value read paths.
- Use constraints and indexes as executable data quality policy.
- Design migrations to be safe, reversible, and deployment-aware.
Execution
Implementation Patterns
- Composite indexes aligned to real filter/order workloads.
- Lifecycle-aware fields for auditing, publishing, and soft retirement.
- Controlled transaction boundaries for consistency under concurrency.
Production
Delivery Methodology
- Performance budgets informed by query plans and production telemetry.
- Schema governance that links changes to product capability outcomes.
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