The Firebird Project is happy to announce that the December issue of EmberWings is now available for download! This special edition marks the magazine’s debut under the Firebird Foundation, bringing you a refreshed focus on both Firebird administrators and application developers alike.
This issue is currently available only to all Firebird Associates and Firebird Partners. It will be available to the general public in December 2025.
Upscene Productions is proud to announce the availability of the next release of the popular multi-DBMS development tool:
” Database Workbench 6.6.0″
We recently added SQLite support, this release adds support for Windows on ARM64 and full support for MySQL 9, MariaDB 11.3 & 11.4, as well as other new features, improvements and bugfixes.
Mind you: there’s a 50% discount on all Upscene products this month, visit the website for more information.
Database Workbench 6 comes in 3 different editions with different pricing models, there’s always a version that suits you!
A new version 2.0.1.190 is available.
Visit our homepage and download the demo version.
From the Firebird Project
This December, we invite you to join us in a special countdown that celebrates the holiday season and brings the Firebird community together. Each day, we’ll be unveiling exciting content, surprises, and fun activities to warm up your winter and keep you engaged with everything that makes Firebird special.
But this isn’t just any countdown—it’s the start of the celebration leading up to Firebird’s 25th Anniversary in 2025! As we count down to this monumental milestone, we’ll share highlights from our past, present, and future, showcasing the power of collaboration that has driven Firebird forward over the years.
So, grab a cup of hot cocoa, and let’s enjoy this festive season as we look ahead to an incredible year for Firebird. Together, we’re writing the next chapter of Firebird’s story—don’t miss a day!
The Advent Calendar is featured on the Firebird website (Advent Calendar on menu), or use the direct link: https://www.firebirdsql.org/en/advent
You can join to the Telegram chat for discussion.
New version of Red Expert 2024.11 is available.
Added:
Improved:
Fixed:
Download and install the new version.
PHP 8.4 released with many Improvements for modern Firebird versions : This update brings crucial enhancements to the built-in PDO-Firebird driver. Now supporting modern data types, including DECFLOAT, the driver offers substantial benefits for PHP applications using Firebird 4 and 5.
Related PDO-Firebird changes from PHP Changelog :
Flamerobin 0.9.13 Snapshot released with a few features and fixes .
Jaybird 6.0.0-beta-1 is now available for testing. You can download the distribution zip from Jaybird 6.0.0-beta-1 (GitHub).
This version is provided for testing purposes only. We’d appreciate your feedback, but we’d like to emphasize that this version is not intended for production.
The major changes and new features in Jaybird 6 are:
Upgrading from Jaybird 5 should be straightforward, but please make sure to read Compatibility changes before using Jaybird 6. If you’re using Jaybird with the native or embedded connections, you will need to make some additional changes. See also Upgrading from Jaybird 5 to Jaybird 6.
Bug reports about undocumented changes in behavior are appreciated. Feedback can be sent to the Firebird-java mailing list or reported on the issue tracker https://github.com/FirebirdSQL/jaybird/issues.
See also the full Jaybird 6.0.0-beta-1 release notes.
The release is also available on Maven:
groupId: org.firebirdsql.jdbc
artifactId: jaybird
version: 6.0.0-beta-1
If you use the native or embedded protocol, you need to add the jaybird-native dependency:
groupId: org.firebirdsql.jdbc
artifactId: jaybird-native
version: 6.0.0-beta-1
For ChaCha64 wire encryption support, add the chacha64-plugin dependency:
groupId: org.firebirdsql.jdbc
artifactId: chacha64-plugin
version: 6.0.0-beta-1
After more than two decades of operation from Australia, the Firebird Foundation is excited to announce a major transformation. A new organization of the same name has been established, now operating from the Czech Republic, within the European Union. This shift marks a significant step in strengthening the Foundation’s ties to Project Firebird, one of the leading open-source relational database systems.
The new Firebird Foundation has been set up with a closer connection to Project Firebird, which enables a more efficient and focused approach to supporting its development. This change promises a range of advantages for Firebird users, especially for those who contribute to the ongoing development of the database.
“We are excited about this transition,” said Alexey Kovyazin, former President of the Firebird Foundation in Australia. “Having the Firebird Foundation so closely linked to the core project team will streamline our ability to address the needs of Firebird users and drive the database’s progress more effectively. This will benefit the entire Firebird community, from individual developers to large enterprises relying on Firebird as their database solution.”
As the world continues to face economic and technical challenges, ongoing support from the community is more crucial than ever. Firebird’s global user base relies on this database for mission-critical operations, and ensuring its continued development and innovation is key. The new Firebird Foundation, with its European location, is well-positioned to offer faster, more tailored responses to the evolving needs of users.
Support the Future of Firebird
The Firebird Foundation remains committed to supporting its community, and this change enhances its ability to do so. Users are encouraged to get involved by supporting the project through donations or sponsorships. Contributions directly impact Firebird’s development, allowing the project to remain a leading, cost-effective solution for developers and businesses worldwide.
“We want to assure our community that Firebird remains strong,” said Pavel Císař, vice-president and secretary of new Firebird Foundation. “Our users and supporters are the backbone of this project, and their continued contributions are more important than ever in these difficult times. By supporting the Firebird Foundation, you are ensuring the future of this essential open-source database.”
For more information about the new Firebird Foundation and how to contribute, visit [https://www.firebirdsql.org/en/firebird-foundation].
About Firebird
Firebird is a powerful, open-source relational database management system used worldwide by developers, enterprises, and individuals. It offers robust features and scalability while maintaining a small footprint, making it a preferred choice for a wide range of applications.
Media Contact:
Alexey Kovyazin, ak@firebirdsql.org
A new version 2.0.1.187 is available.
Visit our homepage and download the demo version.
