Exploring the Power of Vector Databases: Leveraging KNN and HNSW for Efficient Data Retrieval
What are vector databases? A Vector Database is a type of database that stores information in a structured way using vectors. Now, what are vectors? Think of them as mathematical representations of data that capture its meaning and context. Let’s say you have a photo of a cat. Instead of just storing the image file, a Vector Database will convert this photo into a vector, which is essentially a set of numbers that represent various features of the cat, like its color, shape, and size. This vector will contain information about the cat in a way that a computer can understand. ...