Book excerpt: Relational databases have been predominant for many years and are used throughout various industries. The current system faces challenges related to size and variety of data thus the NoSQL databases emerged. By joining these two database models, there is room for crucial developments in the field of computer science. Bridging Relational and NoSQL Databases is an innovative source of academic content on the convergence process between databases and describes key features of the next database generation. Featuring coverage on a wide variety of topics and perspectives such as BASE approach, CAP theorem, and hybrid and native solutions, this publication is ideally designed for professionals and researchers interested in the features and collaboration of relational and NoSQL databases.