How does couchdb handle fragmentation?

@addison 

CouchDB handles fragmentation through the use of a process called compaction.

Compaction is the process of rewriting the database file to remove old and deleted documents, compacting indexes, and compacting views to reduce the amount of disk space used and improve performance. This process helps to reduce fragmentation in the database by consolidating and organizing data more efficiently.

CouchDB also manages fragmentation by using B-tree data structures to store and index data. B-trees are self-balancing tree data structures that help to keep data sorted and organized, reducing fragmentation and improving search performance.

Overall, CouchDB's compaction process and use of B-trees help to minimize fragmentation and ensure efficient storage and access to data.