Alex DeBrie • 1/13/2020

When to use (and when not to use) DynamoDB Filter Expressions

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This article clarifies common misconceptions about DynamoDB filter expressions, explaining they are not a substitute for proper table design. It details how filter expressions work, their performance implications, and provides guidance on when they are appropriate to use versus relying on primary keys and secondary indexes for efficient data access patterns.

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