SpacetimeDB is a stateful, real-time database platform that executes application logic directly within the database engine. By unifying data storage and business logic, it allows developers to build applications where state transitions are processed through atomic, server-side functions. The platform maintains persistent connections to stream incremental updates to clients, ensuring that local caches remain synchronized with the server state at all times.
The platform distinguishes itself by generating type-safe client interfaces directly from server-side schema definitions, ensuring consistent data structures across the entire application stack. It utilizes persistent event sourcing to record every state change to disk, which facilitates full data recovery and historical auditing. Furthermore, the system supports language-agnostic module deployment, allowing custom application logic to run within the database environment regardless of the source programming language.
Beyond its core execution model, the platform provides a comprehensive suite of tools for managing the full application lifecycle. This includes centralized identity and access management, task scheduling for recurring operations, and granular team-based project administration. Developers can interact with the system through a command-line interface that supports local development, testing, and the generation of type-safe bindings.
The platform offers flexible deployment options, supporting both managed cloud services and self-hosted infrastructure. It includes built-in monitoring and observability features, such as real-time log streaming and performance metrics, to assist in tracking data changes and function execution.
