Learning from Mistakes and Discoveries in Database Development

Mistaking the database type as an accounting database for over three years but then realizing it was actually a transaction processing database. Learning from historical benchmarks like the 'debit credit' benchmark, essential for transaction databases. The importance of loving research enough to clearly communicate with others. Embracing the process of discovery and learning in a startup environment. Highlighting the advantage of open source for discovering new use cases. Reflecting on the growth achieved through being in the market over time and the continuous learning curve.