Prisma generates type-safe database clients from schema definitions. Auto-completion, type checking, and migrations streamline database development. Following best practices ensures performant, maintainable data access.
Schema Design
Define models in schema.prisma with clear naming conventions. Use relations for associated data. Configure indexes for query performance. Plan for migrations from the start.
- Use meaningful model and field names following conventions
- Define relations explicitly with @relation directive
- Add indexes for frequently queried fields
- Use @default for automatic field values
- Keep schema.prisma organized with comments
Query Optimization
Use select to limit returned fields. Include relations only when needed. Batch operations with transactions. Avoid N+1 queries with proper relation loading.