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An embedded key-value database in pure Rust

Rust ◇ rust Apache-2.0
★4.8KSTARS
⑂243FORKS
!3ISSUES
🏆#1,370GLOBAL RANK
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redb gained 120 stars in the last 30 days, about 4 a day, and now has 4.8K. It is about 8 years old and has averaged roughly 601 stars a year. It ranks #146 among Rust repositories and #1,370 across all languages on GitHubRepo.

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💡 Overview

redb is an open-source project written in Rust: An embedded key-value database in pure Rust.

Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in rust. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.

⚡ Key Features

1

Optimized execution pipeline written in Rust for predictable speed.

2

Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.

3

Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.

4

Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.

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Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.

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Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.

📥 Installation

terminal
$ cargo install redb

⚙ System Requirements

Platforms

  • • macOS
  • • Linux
  • • Windows

Runtime & Dependencies

Rust toolchain (rustc / cargo >= 1.70)

Architecture

x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)

🧠 How It Works

redb coordinates its core functionality through a modular Rust pipeline. It parses configuration parameters, validates inputs, and resolves dependencies asynchronously. By minimizing runtime overhead and keeping allocations localized, it delivers predictable performance in both local development environments and automated production workloads.

🎯 Production Use Cases

Production System Integration

Embed redb into Rust backend services to handle core application logic.

CI/CD Automated Pipelines

Run automated validation, builds, and integration suites during deployments.

Developer Tooling & Workflows

Accelerate developer onboarding with pre-configured project utilities.

Open Source Extension

Fork and customize internal modules under the repository's open Apache-2.0 license.

🚀 Getting Started

1

Install redb using your package manager: `cargo install redb`

2

Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for redb.

3

Import redb into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.

4

Execute your test suite or run `redb --help` to verify successful setup.

👍 Strengths

Active community backing with 4,811 GitHub stars and verified adoption.
Permissive open-source distribution under the Apache-2.0 license.
Built in Rust for high execution speed and developer familiarity.
Cross-platform compatibility across modern Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Clean modular design allowing flexible configuration and pipeline integration.

⚠️ Considerations

Requires familiarity with Rust and modern CLI workflows.
Ecosystem extensions may require manual configuration depending on environment constraints.
Active development roadmap means breaking API changes may occur across major versions.

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👥 Who Should Use This

Developers and engineering teams building with Rust, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does redb do? +

An embedded key-value database in pure Rust

What language is redb written in? +

The primary language is Rust. Topics include: rust.

Is redb actively maintained? +

Yes, the last recorded push was on Sep 29, 2026 with 3 open issues being tracked.

How many stars does redb have? +

redb has 4,811 stars and 243 forks on GitHub.

How does redb rank among GitHub repositories? +

With 4,811 stars, cberner/redb is ranked #1,370 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #146 among Rust projects.

What license is redb distributed under? +

The repository reports a Apache-2.0 license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.

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