docs: Add pagination explanation to docs #2134
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Resolves #2133.
Summary
This addition to the documentation provides a detailed explanation and implementation of pagination using prefix scans for lexicographically sorted keys.
Introduces a practical method for implementing pagination using:
Includes a clear example of using cursors to manage iteration over keys in BadgerDB.
Provides a complete Go implementation, showcasing how to perform prefix scans, manage pagination, and retrieve key-value pairs sequentially.
This addition enhances the documentation by offering both theoretical insights and practical guidance, making it easier for developers to implement efficient, scalable, and sorted data retrieval mechanisms in their applications.