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What is Firebird?

FirebirdSQL is an open-source database which can be embedded.

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Users have found Firebird to be a versatile and efficient relational database management system. Many users have been able to store …
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Free and Practical

5 out of 10
May 14, 2021
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We use the Firebird open source relational database in a small piece of IT infrastructure designed for a specific task in the workplace …
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What is Firebird?

FirebirdSQL is an open-source database which can be embedded.

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Reviews and Ratings

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Community Insights

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Users have found Firebird to be a versatile and efficient relational database management system. Many users have been able to store translation memory into a Firebird DB and leverage advanced SQL queries to retrieve data effectively. The ability to alter large databases with simple queries has been particularly beneficial for users, as it allows them to quickly check and analyze the results. Firebird's embedded and compact file opportunities make it a convenient choice for storing mass data without sacrificing performance.

One of the common problems solved by Firebird is the secure storage and management of clients' information. Users have appreciated Firebird's fast, secure, and simple database capabilities, making it an optimal solution for handling sensitive client data. In some cases, Firebird has served as the foundation for ERP solutions, showcasing its adaptability and scalability for complex business systems.

However, not all users have stuck with Firebird as their primary database management system. Some users have explored alternative options after facing challenges while learning how to work with Firebird, especially when developing software. Despite these challenges, Firebird remains a popular choice among small businesses due to its ease of use and lack of restrictive licensing terms.

Firebird has also proved valuable for managing international and national client data, addressing Big Data issues, and handling storage management at a local level. Users have successfully utilized Firebird for data processing between remote servers using the SQL programming language. Furthermore, Firebird's compatibility with various PC applications and its ability to handle large amounts of data have made it suitable for diverse projects and tasks.

One notable advantage of Firebird is its easy distribution and lack of restrictive licensing terms. This allows users to deploy copies of the database across multiple systems without incurring additional costs or restrictions. Additionally, Firebird's nearly zero maintenance requirements and low footprint make it an attractive option for organizations looking for a reliable database management system that can handle critical tasks around the clock.

The strong open-source community surrounding Firebird provides users with a wealth of documentation resources and support. This, coupled with Firebird's support for SQL and its capacity to handle large database sizes, further enhances its appeal to users seeking an efficient and reliable solution.

Overall, Firebird has proven to be a versatile and user-friendly database management system. Its ability to handle complex queries, store large amounts of data securely, and adapt to various business needs positions it as a valuable tool for organizations across industries.

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Pauline Harris | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Being able to perform well on standalone servers with higher data volumes with well-written SQL has made us utilize it to allow simultaneous connections seamlessly as this large supports our organization's needs. We use it to perform all staging activities as it can be deployed on Linux-based environments.
  • Taking back ups is easy.
  • It is an open source and free
  • Fast performance.
  • Clustering features require alot of attention.
  • Remote access can be quite slow.
It is able to handle simultaneous connections when using the embedded software version. It is well suited for organizations looking for standalone servers that can handle high data volumes and still perform well and which is also cost-effective database management system especially when they are working on a low budget.
  • Low maintenance
  • Its free
  • Easy to deploy, use and run.
  • Cost effective saving us from paid relational database.
  • Community support.
  • Efficiency in handling simultaneous connections.
It is cost-effective, maintenance-free, easy to deploy and use on Linux and Windows environments and it works steadily. It has an open-source license. Installing Oracle was quite difficult in comparison to Firebird.
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Jane Carey | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We use it to deploy on Linux based environment and perform all staging activities on it. It offers low-print relational database systems that suites all kinds of pc applications which is great for us. It is able to handle up to 1TB of data and thus can accommodate our organization's needs and it also supports SQL.
  • Performance is really fast.
  • It is portable and easy to take back ups.
  • Its open n source and free.
  • More attention is needed when it comes to high availability and clustering features.
  • No embedded version for android.
  • Remote access can be quite slow
When looking for low maintenance and a solution suited for all kinds of pc applications. It is great when you are looking to store physical files in folder locations and you can then reference the document in the database. It has an open-source community around it along with documentation for third-party drivers of the development environment.
  • Friendly and powerful SQL language.
  • Zero maintenance.
  • Full text search.
  • Cost effective as it's free.
  • Effeciency with some speed test availability.
  • Low maintenance has saved us on operational costs.
It came a time when the practice of SQLite was lagging behind and of course, we were looking at the cost that was being involved and so Firebird made the breakthrough for us from both. It has an open-source license and it is easy to deploy on Windows and Linux environments.
May 14, 2021

Free and Practical

Score 5 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We use the Firebird open source relational database in a small piece of IT infrastructure designed for a specific task in the workplace where I work. I mean small here is not insignificant. Firebird RDMBS is critical for us, fulfilling an important task of our organization that needs to work 24/7.
  • It's free.
  • Open source.
  • No capacity restrictions (at least up to 950GB).
  • It works with low system resources.
  • It is seamless on many platforms. (Windows-Linux-FreeBSD-HpUX-Solaris-MacOS).
  • Documentation.
  • No GUI tool to view data.
  • Slow via remote access.
The reason we prefer Firebird is that it is fully compatible with the application platform, and it works stably in systems that can be used without licensing from large companies such as MS-SQL and Oracle. It is the software convenience it provides compared to other free versions. If the scenario is less suitable, we are careful not to use it in critical systems such as ERP or customer interaction.
  • Free.
  • Easy.
  • It does not require much maintenance.
  • Install, run and forget.
  • The return on investment was of course because it freed us from paid relational databases.
  • We have never experienced a negative situation.
As you know, the version of an application is very good for a period in the world of information technologies, it is the first in the performance / cost table. But some periods come and that practice lags behind. When Firebird made such a breakthrough, we preferred this application and we did not regret it.
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