RAG
Retrieval-Augmented Generation—an AI technique that enhances LLM responses by retrieving relevant context from external data sources.
In Depth
Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) is an AI architecture that combines the generative capabilities of large language models with information retrieval systems. Instead of relying solely on the model's training data, RAG retrieves relevant documents, data, or context from external sources and includes them in the prompt, enabling the model to produce more accurate, up-to-date, and grounded responses. For database applications, RAG can retrieve relevant schema documentation, previous query patterns, business glossaries, and data dictionaries to improve text-to-SQL accuracy. RAG reduces hallucinations and keeps responses grounded in actual data.
How AI for Database Helps
AI for Database uses RAG techniques to augment queries with your specific schema context, table descriptions, and business terminology.
Related Terms
Large Language Model
An AI model trained on vast text data that can understand and generate human language, powering text-to-SQL and conversational AI.
Vector Database
A database designed to store and efficiently query high-dimensional vector embeddings for similarity search.
Embedding
A numerical vector representation of text, data, or objects that captures semantic meaning for AI processing.
Semantic Search
Search that understands the meaning and intent behind queries rather than just matching keywords.
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