# Valkey Concepts – DigitalOcean Documentation

> Explanations and definitions of core concepts in Valkey.
- [Best Practices](https://docs.digitalocean.com/products/databases/valkey/concepts/best-practices/index.html.md): Recommended practices to implement when setting up and running your MySQL clusters.
- [Shared Responsibility Model](https://docs.digitalocean.com/products/databases/valkey/concepts/responsibility-model/index.html.md): Description of DigitalOcean's responsibilities as a managed database provider.
- [Migration Strategies](https://docs.digitalocean.com/products/databases/valkey/concepts/migration-strategies/index.html.md): Tips on how to transition to your new database upon migration.