YA Yohannes Azeze

Writing Outline

Article - GenAI and Retrieval Systems

Vector Store Options for RAG: Strengths and Weaknesses

A comparison-oriented overview of vector store choices for RAG systems and the tradeoffs that matter in practice.

Draft Outline

  • Compare local, embedded, managed, and database-native vector search options
  • Evaluate retrieval quality, filtering, hybrid search, metadata support, and operational complexity
  • Discuss cost, scaling, backups, privacy, and developer ergonomics
  • Offer decision criteria for prototypes, internal tools, and production systems