Read Replicas
Secondary database nodes that continuously copy data from the primary database to offload read-heavy workloads.
Definition
Secondary database nodes that continuously copy data from the primary database to offload read-heavy workloads.
Use case
Directing complex reporting queries to read replicas while keeping the primary database focused on write speed.
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Working with read replicas
Offloading reads to copies so the primary stays fast at writing.