UUID vs INT: What’s Better For Your Primary Key?

Published: 03 September 2024
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There are two common approaches to data types for a primary key: an auto-incrementing integer, or a UUID.

In this video, I'll explain what they are, the different types of UUIDs, the pros and cons of each approach, and demonstrate how to use them in SQL.

⏱ TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Auto Incrementing IDs
02:20 - UUID
04:55 - UUID v7
05:52 - ULID and Snowflake ID
06:29 - SQL demonstration
08:13 - Other vendors

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