SQLite
Open Source Public DomainEmbedded SQL database without a server
Description
SQLite is the most widely deployed database engine in the world, running as an embedded library directly within the application process without a separate server. The entire database is stored in a single file, making it extremely portable. SQLite is ACID-compliant, supports most SQL standards, and is used in countless applications, mobile devices, browsers, and operating systems.
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Platforms
Linux Windows macOS Android iOS
Replaces the following proprietary tools
Oracle DB → SQLite
Microsoft SQL Server → SQLite
Self-Hosting
SQLite can be self-hosted on your own infrastructure. Visit the official documentation for installation instructions.
Documentation →Categories
Tags
#sql
#eingebettet
#serverlos
#portabel
#c
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