When it comes to using a NoSQL document database to store, manage and retrieve documents, reliability, privacy, efficiency and ease-of-use are essential in optimizing productivity and ensuring data security. However, the unfortunate reality is that many NoSQL document databases fail to embody these important characteristics, leaving users frustrated – and often at risk. Ranked among the top 10 Document Databases Worldwide by DB-Engines, RavenDB is an impressive NoSQL database that is pioneering document management with a unique, innovative open-source approach – providing users with an all-in one platform that is fast, scalable, integrated, fully-automated and secure. To gain insight into how RavenDB has been able to surpass the majority of other NoSQL databases available in these regards, we spoke with RavenDB Founder, CEO and Lead Developer Oren Eini about the project’s history and evolution, the unique set of benefits that RavenDB offers users and how the use of open-source development has helped give RavenDB a winning edge over its competitors.