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Redis

databases

In-memory data structure store used as a database, cache, and message broker

Pronunciation

Correct

RED-is

/ˈrɛdɪs/

Stands for 'Remote Dictionary Server'. Creator Salvatore Sanfilippo has confirmed it is pronounced 'red-iss', with a short 'e' and stress on the first syllable.

Source: redis.io(creator statement)

Common Mistakes

Common Mistake

ree-DIS

/riːˈdɪs/

Stressing the second syllable or using a long 'ee' for the first syllable is incorrect.

Source: redis.io(creator statement)

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