PlanetScale

PlanetScale is a fully managed relational database platform founded in 2018 by the co-creators of the Vitess open-source project. The company focuses on providing high-performance, scalable database solutions that enhance developer experience and ensure operational reliability. Key offerings include managed Vitess infrastructure, which supports automated horizontal scaling and non-blocking schema changes. The platform features database branching for zero-downtime schema updates, a global edge network for reduced latency, and observability tools for monitoring cluster health. Additionally, PlanetScale supports vector data storage for AI and machine learning applications and includes disaster recovery options to prevent data loss during schema changes. With a leadership team experienced in scaling systems at major tech companies, PlanetScale emphasizes developer-centric workflows and enterprise-grade reliability. The company is recognized for its employee-centric culture and aims to serve organizations that require scalable relational databases without the burden of operational overhead.