Gorm vs Ent: Which is Better for Migrations?

What are the main differences between Gorm and Ent for handling migrations?

Gorm is an ORM for Go that simplifies database interactions, while Ent is a more structured entity framework. Gorm uses a more traditional approach to migrations, whereas Ent provides a code-first approach with a schema definition.

Can you explain how to perform a migration in Gorm?

In Gorm, you can perform migrations by defining your models and then using the AutoMigrate function. For example, you would call db.AutoMigrate(&User{}) to create or update the User table.

How does Ent handle migrations differently?

Ent uses a schema definition to generate migration files. You define your schema in Go code, and then run ent migrate to apply changes to the database.

Which one would you recommend for a new project?

It depends on your needs. If you prefer a more flexible and dynamic approach, Gorm might be better. If you want strong type safety and a structured schema, Ent could be the way to go.