Tingodb

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TingoDB is an embedded JavaScript database for Node.js, offering upward compatibility with MongoDB's v1.4 API. It provides a lightweight, in-process, filesystem or in-memory solution for local data storage.

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Open Source

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Yes

API

Yes

Skill level

Technical

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What is tingodb?

TingoDB is an embedded JavaScript database designed for Node.js environments, providing an in-process, filesystem, or in-memory data storage solution. It boasts upward compatibility with MongoDB's v1.4 API, meaning applications built with TingoDB can transition to MongoDB with minimal code changes, significantly reducing implementation risks. The database supports various configuration options, including API level adjustments for MongoDB 2.x behavior, in-memory mode for testing, and options for native integer ObjectIDs for performance. TingoDB also offers API extensions like `compactCollection` and `compactDatabase` for optimizing storage. It's a drop-in replacement for existing MongoDB-based applications, with documented integrations for frameworks like Sails.js and KeystoneJS.

Best used for

Ideal for developers who need to embed a lightweight database directly into their Node.js applications, store local data efficiently, and ensure compatibility with MongoDB. Especially valuable for unit testing and reducing the overhead of external database dependencies during development.

Common actions

embed database

store local data

develop Node.js apps

test database interactions

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Capabilities

Key features

Embedded JavaScript database
MongoDB v1.4 API compatible
In-memory mode
Native integer ObjectIDs
Collection compaction
Node.js integration

Target Audience

developer

Integrations

sails.jskeystonejs

Pricing & Plans

Open Source

Free

FAQs

What level of MongoDB API compatibility does TingoDB offer?

TingoDB is upward compatible with MongoDB at the v1.4 API level. While it aims to mimic MongoDB functionality, some features beyond v1.4 might not be fully supported or have limited implementation, though adoptions for 2.x specific behavior are being made.

Can TingoDB be used for in-memory databases?

Yes, TingoDB supports an in-memory mode by setting the `memStore` option to `true`. This can be particularly useful for unit testing scenarios where persistent file storage is not required, using the file path as a database identity.

How does TingoDB handle ObjectIDs compared to MongoDB?

TingoDB can use native integer keys for ObjectIDs, which can offer faster performance and save space compared to BSON ObjectIDs. These generated keys are unique within the collection scope, but you can switch to BSON ObjectID using a configuration option if needed.

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