What are Sitecore databases?

What are Sitecore databases?

The Sitecore Experience Database (xDB) collects all your customer interactions from all channel sources in a real-time, big data repository.

What is reporting database in Sitecore?

The reporting database contains aggregated data from the xDB collection database. This statistical data generated by the aggregation pipeline and used by Sitecore reporting applications is stored in fact and dimension tables organized in a star schema.

What is xDB database?

Sitecore xDB, also referred to as Sitecore Experience Database, is used to create a 360-degree customer view by collecting and connecting data across any channel in real time. This can help organisations get to know their customers better. xDB was first introduced in Sitecore 7.5, using MongoDB to store analytics data.

How do I add a database to Sitecore?

To attach the database to Sitecore:

  1. Edit the FileConnections.config file in the /App_Config/SqlServer directory: Add a connection to the /configuration section:
  2. Edit the web.config file: Add a database node to the /Sitecore/databases section.

Why are there differences between a transactional and reporting database?

Why are there differences between a transactional and reporting database? Transactional databases handle individual pieces of info for updating or inquiring, while reporting databases import data from transactional ones for long term storage and for producing specialized reports.

How do I open an XDB file?

Browse Files You can start by installing some of the most common programs associated with XDB files. A few of these associated software titles include Norton AntiVirus Update File, xText Compiled Database, and HyperCD HyperLOCK. You can download one of these programs from the developer’s website.

What does XDB mean?

Definition. Options. Rating. XDB. X-Ray Data Booklet.