Exciting news for all Firebird developers and DBAs! We have made performance tests of Firebird 5, and found out that, compared to its predecessors - versions 4.0, 3.0, and 2.5 - Firebird 5.0 exhibits remarkable speed improvements across a wide range of operations. In some tests, it outperforms previous versions by up to 400%, showcasing the significant strides made in optimizing database performance.

These impressive gains highlight Firebird's dedication to enhancing efficiency and user experience. Database administrators and developers can look forward to more responsive applications, faster query execution, and improved overall system performance when upgrading to version 5.0. Whether you're handling large-scale data processing or running complex queries, Firebird 5.0's performance boost promises to streamline your database operations.

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After this video (with the inspirational song in the end), you will certainly decide to migrate to Firebird 5, so don't miss free "Practical Migration Guide", to resolve possible problems of the migration.