SQLite
Small. Fast. Reliable. Choose any three.
Overview
SQLite is a C-language library that implements a small, fast, self-contained, high-reliability, full-featured, SQL database engine. SQLite is the most used SQL database engine in the world. SQLite is built into all mobile phones and most computers and comes bundled inside countless other applications that people use every day.
✨ Key Features
- Serverless
- Self-contained
- Zero-configuration
- Transactional (ACID)
- Cross-platform
- Single-file database
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Simplicity
- Reliability
- Ubiquity
Unique Value: A self-contained, serverless, zero-configuration, transactional SQL database engine.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Application file format
- Database for IoT devices
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Client/server applications with high concurrency
- Large datasets
🏆 Alternatives
Much simpler and easier to embed than client/server databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Public domain, completely free.
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