leveldb
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Description:
Key-value storage library with ordered mapping
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Databases
Tags: database key-value storage c++ embedded
Install: brew install leveldb
About:
LevelDB is a fast, lightweight key-value storage library that provides a persistent ordered mapping from keys to values. It offers high performance for read and write operations and is designed to be embedded within larger applications. Its simple API and efficient implementation make it ideal for local storage needs.
Key Features:
  • High read/write throughput
  • Ordered key-value storage
  • Minimal dependencies
  • Embeddable library
  • Snapshot isolation
Use Cases:
  • Local database for desktop applications
  • Caching layer for high-speed data retrieval
  • Persistent storage for embedded systems
  • Backing store for distributed databases
Alternatives:
  • RocksDB – Fork of LevelDB with enhanced performance and features for large-scale deployments
  • LMDB – Ultra-fast embedded key-value store using memory-mapped files
Version History
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Sep 10, 2025 6:11pm 2 VERSION_BUMP d4f911c9
Dec 21, 2024 11:55am 2 VERSION_BUMP 89685b88