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# [What are Vector Databases](https://tigerabrodi.blog/what-are-vector-databases?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Why We Need a New Type of Database Traditional databases, like SQL and NoSQL, are designed for exact matches. They work like organized filing systems where: Everything has a specific spot You find items by their exact label, like ID, name, or date ...

Feb 26, 2025 · 3 min read · tigerabrodi.blog  
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