The most trusted code on Earth is being rewritten in Rust

Name: The most trusted code on Earth is being rewritten in Rust
Uploaded: 2026-06-19T17:24:47.000Z
Channel: Fireship
Description: This video covers the rewriting of SQLite, the world's most widely deployed database, in Rust. Called Turso (based on libSQL), this rewrite brings new features to the classic embedded database. The video is for developers interested in database technology, Rust ecosystem developments, and modern alternatives to traditional SQLite.

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Fireship June 19, 2026

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This video covers the rewriting of SQLite, the world's most widely deployed database, in Rust. Called Turso (based on libSQL), this rewrite brings new features to the classic embedded database. The video is for developers interested in database technology, Rust ecosystem developments, and modern alternatives to traditional SQLite.