Redgate Research Team

27 October 2025

Join thousands shaping the 2026 State of the Database Landscape

Every year, thousands of data professionals share how their teams work, what’s changing, and where the biggest challenges lie. Together, their insights form the State of the Database Landscape industry report. Now, we’re inviting you to add your voice. Whether you’re a developer, DBA, architect, or data leader, your perspective helps paint the clearest picture yet of how all things data, and database related are evolving.

What to expect

The survey takes around 20 minutes to complete and explores:

• How your team manages database changes
• The tools and processes you rely on
• The impact of AI, cloud, and compliance on your workflows
• The challenges and priorities shaping your strategy for 2025 and beyond

This isn’t a quick tick-box exercise, it’s a chance to share honest, practical insights that will be reflected back to the community in our January 2026 report.

Your privacy and data

The survey is run by 2CV, a trusted independent research company. Your data is never sold or shared. All responses are anonymized and analyzed in aggregate, so no individual or organization is singled out. This independent approach helps ensure every voice is represented fairly, and that the findings remain credible and useful across the entire database community.

Why it’s worth your time

By completing the survey, you’ll:

• Be entered into a prize draw to win either SQL Prompt (now with AI-powered code) or a $250 gift card
• Get early access to the final report in January 2026
• See your experiences represented in one of the most influential reports in the database industry

Ready to take part? Take the survey now >

State of the Database Landscape Survey

Your voice shapes the industry report

Your insights help us capture the real challenges facing data professionals today.

Take the survey