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A multi-cloud, S3-compatible object storage service for low latency data access anywhere.

Tigris vs. S3 & Cloudfront

Tigris is a globally distributed S3-compatible object storage solution available that can easily be hosted on Fly.io. In this article, we'll explore how Tigris fits into the existing slate of object storage options and why you might choose one over the other.
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Tigris, the globally distributed S3-compatible object storageTigris, the globally distributed S3-compatible object storage

Tigris is a globally distributed object storage service that provides low latency anywhere in the world, enabling developers like you to store and access any amount of data using the S3 libraries you're already using in production. Today, we're launching our public beta on top of Fly.io.
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How we built our metadata layer on FoundationDBHow we built our metadata layer on FoundationDB

Tigris is a globally available, S3 compatible object storage service. Tigris uses FoundationDB's transactional key-value interface for its underlying metadata storage. In the first post of the series we will share the details of how we have built the metadata layer on top of FoundationDB. We will cover the topics data layout, and schema management.
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A developer-driven approach to building secondary indexes presentationA developer-driven approach to building secondary indexes presentation

Building secondary indexes for is always about balance. A balance between a system that scales and is easy to manage and an API that is intuitive and delightful for a developer to use. Recently at Tigris Data, we have been adding secondary indexes to our metadata store that runs on top of FoundationDB and have been working hard to achieve a good balance between scale and developer delight. In a recent FoundationDB meetup, I presented on how Tigris looks to get the balance right with our secondary indexes.
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Navigating Client-Side EncryptionNavigating Client-Side Encryption

Client-side encryption, a fortress of digital privacy, empowers users to safeguard their information with an impenetrable shield. By arming individuals with the cryptographic key to their data, this formidable approach ensures an unparalleled level of control, fortifying the sanctity of personal information against prying eyes and potential breaches.
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Backing up FoundationDBBacking up FoundationDB

Tigris is a globally available, S3 compatible object storage service that uses FoundationDB for its metadata storage. This blog post describes how do we perform backups on FoundationDB, and what options exist for that purpose.
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Tigris transaction internalsTigris transaction internals

Tigris is a globally available, S3 compatible object storage service. Tigris uses FoundationDB's transactional key-value interface for its underlying metadata storage. In this blog post, we will describe transactions in Tigris, delving into the topics of serializable transactions, the mechanics of transactions within Tigris, and concurrency control.
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