TiDB

TiDB

An open-source, cloud-native, distributed SQL database.

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TiDB is an advanced, open-source distributed SQL database that handles Hybrid Transactional and Analytical Processing (HTAP) workloads. It is MySQL-compatible, making migration incredibly simple.

By separating the computing and storage layers, TiDB can scale horizontally to handle massive datasets and high-concurrency workloads that traditional single-node MySQL databases cannot support, all while maintaining ACID compliance.

Key Features

MySQL compatibility and easy migration
Horizontal scalability for infinite storage
HTAP architecture (handles both OLTP and OLAP)
Strong ACID transaction guarantees
Cloud-native Kubernetes deployment

Frequently Asked Questions

Is TiDB free and open source?

Yes, TiDB is open source. It is released under the Apache-2.0 license.

What can I use instead of Amazon Aurora?

You can use TiDB as a free, open-source alternative to Amazon Aurora.

Can I self-host TiDB?

Yes, TiDB can be self-hosted on your own server or cloud infrastructure.

What is TiDB written in?

It is built using Shell, Go, Yacc, Starlark, Jsonnet.

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Project Details

Status Active
GitHub Stars 40,623
Forks 6,252
Open Issues 7,222
Last Commit Oct 4, 2026
License
Apache-2.0
Platforms
Docker Kubernetes Linux Web / SaaS
Categories
Database Big Data
Submitted by
Pakrosoft Editorial

Alternative To

⇄ Amazon Aurora ⇄ CockroachDB

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