berkeley-db@5 ☆
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Description:
High performance key/value database
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 5.3.28@1  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Databases
Tags: database key-value embedded storage berkeley-db
Install: brew install berkeley-db@5
About:
Berkeley DB 5.3 is an embedded key/value database library providing high-performance, scalable data management for applications. It offers direct database access without the overhead of a separate database server, supporting transactions, locking, and replication for robust data integrity.
Key Features:
  • High-performance embedded key/value storage
  • Transactional data management with ACID compliance
  • Support for multiple language bindings
  • Scalable locking and replication mechanisms
Use Cases:
  • Embedded database for application data persistence
  • Caching layer for high-throughput applications
  • Mail server message storage
  • Package manager dependency tracking
Alternatives:
  • LMDB – Lightning Memory-Mapped Database offers similar embedded performance with a simpler, more modern API
  • SQLite – Provides relational SQL interface instead of key/value, better for complex queries
License: Sleepycat
Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, arm64_ventura, arm64_monterey, arm64_big_sur, sonoma, ventura, monterey, big_sur, catalina, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux
Version History
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Sep 10, 2025 9:44am 1 VERSION_BUMP 7ac08854
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