Explanation Overview

Understanding-oriented discussions that clarify concepts, explain design decisions, and provide background knowledge. Read these to deepen your understanding of CQL and ORMs in general.

Concepts

Fundamental concepts and ideas:

• What is an ORM? - Understanding Object-Relational Mapping

• Type Safety in CQL - How CQL leverages Crystal's type system

• Schemas vs Migrations - Understanding the two approaches to database structure

Design Patterns

Architectural patterns supported by CQL:

• Active Record Pattern - The primary pattern in CQL

• Repository Pattern - Alternative data access approach

• Data Mapper Pattern - Separating domain from persistence

Architecture

How CQL works internally:

• CQL Architecture - High-level system design

• Query Execution - How queries are built and executed

• Migration System - How migrations work

Best Practices

Guidelines for effective CQL usage:

• Model Design - Structuring your models

• Security Considerations - Protecting your application

• Deployment Guide - Running CQL in production

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