SQLbacked

SQLbacked refers to a software architecture or design pattern where a relational database management system (RDBMS) serves as the primary persistent storage layer for an application. In this model, the application logic interacts with the database through Structured Query Language (SQL) to perform data operations such as creating, reading, updating, and deleting (CRUD) records. This approach is prevalent in many web applications, enterprise software, and data-driven systems.

The core principle of a SQLbacked system is the separation of concerns, where the database handles data storage, integrity, and querying, while the application layer focuses on business logic, user interface, and presentation. This separation allows for efficient data management and scalability. Common RDBMS used in SQLbacked architectures include PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, and Oracle. The application might use an Object-Relational Mapper (ORM) library to abstract SQL queries, translating object-oriented code into database operations, thereby simplifying development and enhancing maintainability. This pattern emphasizes data consistency and transactional integrity, leveraging the ACID properties (Atomicity, Consistency, Isolation, Durability) offered by relational databases.