SQLite

SQLite is an open source relational database included with the Python standard library as of Python 2.5. The pysqlite database driver is also included with the standard library so that no further external dependencies are required to access a SQLite database from within Python applications.

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SQLite is an implementation of the relational database concept. Learn more in the data chapter or view the table of contents for all topics.

Useful SQLite tools and code

SQLite is used in such a wide variety of industries that there are open source tools and example code for all kinds of edge case uses. Here are several tools and bits of code I have found useful while coding my applications:

SQLite tutorials

It's a good idea to brush up on the basics for using SQLite before you use the database in your project through SQL scripts or via an object-relational mapper. These tutorials will help you get started.

Specific SQLite scenarios

These are solid resources if you are looking to solve a particular problem you are having with SQLite rather than going through a general tutorial.

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Matt Makai 2012-2022