# Zed Launches DeltaDB, a Database for Collaborative Apps

Zed introduced DeltaDB, a database designed for real-time, collaborative applications. It emphasizes local-first data management, offline support, and smooth sync. This matters for developers building multiplayer or local-first software.

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## Sources

### Technology
- [Hacker News](https://zed.dev/deltadb) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:52:54 +0000