Optimizing Data Management with External IDs and Nano IDs

Using external IDs like nano IDs alongside compact data types internally can provide an additional layer of security and efficiency in data management. Nano IDs are smaller, prettier, and ensure almost no conflicts when generated. Keeping keys as compact as possible internally with big ends, and having a unique index on external IDs can enhance performance. It is beneficial in scenarios where a distributed environment requires avoiding auto-increasing big IDs. Generating UUIDs without coordination can be useful for high-speed record insertion to prevent contention at the auto-increment layer.