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DuckDB adds Quack protocol for remote database access

DuckDB has introduced Quack, a new protocol designed to enable multiple instances of the DuckDB database to interact with a single database over HTTP. This new feature extends DuckDB's capabilities beyond its traditional embedded, local use by adding client-server functionality. AI

IMPACT Enables distributed data analytics by allowing multiple database instances to collaborate.

RANK_REASON This is a new protocol release for an existing database product, enabling new usage patterns.

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DuckDB adds Quack protocol for remote database access

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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    # DuckDB has announced Quack - a new remote protocol over HTTP that enables multiple DuckDB instances to connect to and work with the same database across a net

    # DuckDB has announced Quack - a new remote protocol over HTTP that enables multiple DuckDB instances to connect to and work with the same database across a network. Quack brings client-server capabilities to a database that has traditionally been local and embedded. 🔗 Learn more…