With DynamoDB, there is simply no straightforward way to perform an indexed range query over a column. Primary key, local secondary index, and global secondary index all require a partition key to range query.
For example, suppose I have a high-scores table with a numerical score attribute. There is no way to get the top 10 scores or top scores 25 to 50 with an indexed range query
So, what is the idiomatic or preferred way to perform this incredibly common task?
Settle for a table scan.
Use a static partition key and take advantage of partition queries.
Use a fixed number of static partition keys and use multiple partition queries.
