Quickwit
Quickwit is a search engine company that specializes in executing complex search and analytics queries on cloud storage with sub-second latency, focusing on log management, distributed tracing, and immutable data analytics.
Services
Quickwit provides a search engine designed to execute complex search and analytics queries directly on cloud storage with sub-second latency. It is suitable for log management, distributed tracing, and event-based analytics. The platform is optimized for handling immutable data such as emails, texts, and messaging platforms. Additionally, Quickwit offers Elasticsearch API compatibility and integrates with various monitoring and tracing tools like Grafana, OpenTelemetry, and Jaeger.
Technology Architecture
Quickwit's technology is powered by Rust and features a decoupled compute and storage architecture. This architecture enhances resource efficiency, scalability, and ease of operation, allowing the platform to handle data at a petabyte scale effectively. As of version 0.8, Quickwit supports indexing and search capabilities at this petabyte scale, providing performance gains and operational benefits for large-scale data environments.
Integration and Compatibility
Quickwit ensures compatibility and easy integration with several popular tools and platforms. It supports AWS Lambda for serverless deployment, allowing users to leverage advanced cloud functionalities without managing servers. The platform also integrates with Grafana for comprehensive application performance monitoring and supports OpenTelemetry and Jaeger for distributed tracing. These integrations help users to monitor, visualize, and trace data efficiently.
Open Source Community
Quickwit offers community-based software that is both open and free. The company promotes an open-source model, encouraging contributions and collaboration from the community. This approach fosters innovation and allows users to benefit from a continuously evolving platform driven by collective input and shared expertise.