Characteristics of Ecto
Explore the core characteristics of Ecto that make it stand out in Elixir database development. Understand its approachable syntax inspired by established frameworks, the explicit control it offers over database interactions, and its flexible design allowing varied usage patterns. This lesson helps you grasp why Ecto is a reliable choice for building robust database applications in Elixir.
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Ecto is not the only database library for Elixir, but it’s one of the most mature and best-supported. Plataformatec, the company that launched Elixir, has been involved in Ecto’s development since the beginning, and José Valim (creator of Elixir) is still a frequent committer.
Beyond Ecto’s pedigree, three main characteristics make it stand out.
Ecto has the following ...