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Show HN: ParqDB – Vector search in the browser from Parquet over HTTP"
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ParqDB is a new browser-based tool that enables vector search directly on Parquet files stored in object storage. By utilizing WebAssembly (WASM), it allows users to query large datasets without the need for a dedicated backend server.
Why it matters
This technology reduces infrastructure costs and improves data privacy by shifting heavy computation from the server to the client's browser.
PARQDB / TRANSFORMER BOOT FIRST LOAD IS CACHED
Preparing the MiniLM embedding runtime in your browser…
NO QUERY SERVER. JUST OBJECT STORAGE + YOUR BROWSER.
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