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Show HN: KiviDB, a faster Redis-compatible memory database and vector cache

KiviDB, a Rust-based Redis-compatible memory database and vector cache, was released to solve GC and memory issues, developed with AI assistance.

Key points

  • •KiviDB is a Rust-based memory database developed since February 2026 to eliminate GC pauses and memory blow-up after snapshots.
  • •The design incorporates the best parts of alternatives like Garnet and Dragonfly, addressing OOM issues.
  • •AI was used extensively during development, but design decisions were made by humans based on testing.
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