Introducing MoltenDB: A Local-First, Pure Rust Database for the Browser and Server

First of all, apologies for being so blunt and straightforward right out of the gate, but I am super excited to finally share what I've been building. After a lot of hard work juggling a full-time job and personal life, I'm thrilled to announce the Alpha release of my first major open-source project: MoltenDB. MoltenDB is a JSON document database written completely in Rust. What makes it special is that it compiles to both a native server binary and a WebAssembly (WASM) module. This means you run the exact same query engine and use the exact same log format in your browser as you do on your backend. ⚠️ Disclaimer: This is currently in Alpha software. APIs might change, and it is not recommended for production just yet. But I am actively looking for developers to test it, break it, and provide feedback! 🏗️ The Architecture: Two Environments, One Engine In the Browser (WASM + OPFS) MoltenDB doesn't just store data in memory; it acts as a full document store running inside a Web Worker,