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helix-db for Mac

Open-source graph-vector database built from scratch in Rust

Quick answer: helix-db is a data tool for macOS. Install it with brew install helix-db. It is distributed under the Apache-2.0 licence. It has 93 Homebrew installs in the last 30 days.

What helix-db is

helix-db is a data tool for macOS: open-source graph-vector database built from scratch in Rust.

It is distributed as a Homebrew formula, which builds or pours a binary and puts it on your PATH. It is distributed under the Apache-2.0 licence.

How to install helix-db

  1. Open Terminal (press ⌘ + Space and type “Terminal”).
  2. If Homebrew is not installed yet, run the installer below once.
  3. Run brew install helix-db.

Homebrew installer, if you need it:

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install helix-db on Mac?

Run brew install helix-db in Terminal. This requires Homebrew; if you do not have it, install it first with the command below.

Is helix-db open source?

Yes — Homebrew distributes it under the Apache-2.0 licence.

Does helix-db run on Apple silicon?

Homebrew publishes this formula for macOS. If upstream does not ship an Apple silicon build, Rosetta 2 handles the Intel binary.

How popular is helix-db?

It was installed 93 times in the last 30 days according to Homebrew analytics, ranking #3570 in this catalogue.

What version of helix-db is current?

The latest packaged version is 3.5.1.