Question 1

How does QuineDB performance compare to SQLite?

Accepted Answer

QuineDB is orders of magnitude slower; for example, inserting 1000 key-value pairs takes over 11 minutes, while SQLite handles millions of operations per second. It's only suitable for tiny datasets where portability trumps speed.

Question 2

Can QuineDB store binary data like images?

Accepted Answer

No, QuineDB uses Bash string syntax and the FAQ expresses uncertainty about binary data handling. It's designed for textual data only, so binary storage is not supported.

Question 3

How to backup a QuineDB database?

Accepted Answer

Since the database is a single Bash script, backing up is as simple as copying the file. However, ensure no write operations are in progress to avoid corruption, as data is embedded in the script itself.

Question 4

Is QuineDB thread-safe or support multiple users?

Accepted Answer

No, the FAQ jokes about concurrent connections, indicating it's not designed for multi-user access. Use it in single-process environments to prevent data conflicts or corruption.

Question 5

QuineDB vs using a JSON file for configuration storage?

Accepted Answer

QuineDB offers built-in CRUD operations and atomic transactions, while a JSON file requires manual parsing. However, for simple configs, a JSON file is faster, more standard, and easier to edit directly.

Question 6

How to implement transactions in QuineDB?

Accepted Answer

Chain operations by piping the output to `/usr/bin/env bash` with subsequent commands, as shown in the README. This ensures atomicity but is complex and requires careful Bash scripting to avoid errors.

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