FeatherDB - Java based document database
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+10
STARS · LAST 30 DAYS
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PER DAY
#1,262
MOST-STARRED Java
| Window | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stars gained | +7 | +10 | +90 |
| Per day | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Forks gained | +1 | +3 | +10 |
featherdb gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 6. It is about 17 years old and has averaged roughly 0 stars a year. It ranks #1,262 among Java repositories and #18,560 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
Trending Record
22
DAYS ON TRENDING
#100
BEST RANK
Jul 20, 2009
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
featherdb has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #100. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
featherdb is an open-source project written in Java: FeatherDB - Java based document database.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in Java. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.
⚡ Key Features
Optimized execution pipeline written in Java for predictable speed.
Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.
Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.
Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.
Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.
📥 Installation
$ git clone https://github.com/mbreese/featherdb.git
cd featherdb
⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
JDK 17 or higher (OpenJDK / GraalVM)
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
featherdb coordinates its core functionality through a modular Java 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 featherdb into Java 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 NOASSERTION license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install featherdb using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/mbreese/featherdb.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for featherdb.
Import featherdb into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `featherdb --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with Java, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
mbreese/featherdb is currently ranked #18,560 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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| #18,560 | mbreese/featherdb This Project | Java | ★ 6 | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does featherdb do? +
FeatherDB - Java based document database
What language is featherdb written in? +
The primary language is Java. Topics include: software.
Is featherdb actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Nov 7, 2014 with 0 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does featherdb have? +
featherdb has 6 stars and 6 forks on GitHub.
How does featherdb rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 6 stars, mbreese/featherdb is ranked #18,560 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #1,262 among Java projects.
What license is featherdb distributed under? +
The repository reports a NOASSERTION license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.