Get Started

This guide is designed to help you quickly get started with CedarDB, a SQL database system designed for modern data management needs.

Quickstart

Get CedarDB up and running locally within seconds. The Quick Start page will guide you through the setup process and running your first queries.

Docker: This method offers several convenience features, including automated database upgrades and parameterized user initialization. If you’re using macOS, Docker is required.
Standalone binary: Use this if you’re in an environment without Docker or just want to experiment with the interactive SQL shell.
Operate in the cloud: Instance sizing guidelines showing you how to best run CedarDB in the cloud.

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After you’ve set up CedarDB, take a look at the Data Cookbook to find out how to accomplish typical data engineering tasks with CedarDB.

If you have obtained an enterprise license, refer to the licensing page for a step-by-step guide on how to activate it.