10.4. Connecting to External Databases
Ruby can interface to various databases, thanks to the development work of many different people. These range from monolithic systems such as Oracle down to the more petite MySQL. We have included CSV here for some measure of completeness.
The level of functionality provided by these packages will change continually. Be sure to refer to an online reference for the latest information. The Ruby Application Archive is always a good starting point.
10.4.1. Interfacing to SQLite
SQLite is a popular database for those who appreciate zero configuration software. It is a small self-contained executable, written in C, which can handle a complete database in a single file. Although it is usually used for small databases, ...
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