Informix containerized deployments

IBM offers a number of Informix based solutions for small to enterprise size container environments.

Single container deployments

In a single container deployment, the database software and all of its component parts reside within one container. The container sits on one system and resources are shared by all the containerized components. An example of a single container deployment would be the Informix Developer for Docker. This version is intended for non-production use.
  • Informix Developer for Docker

    Informix Developer for Docker is a free containerized version of Informix Developer edition designed for non-production use such as rapid application development and prototyping.

  • Informix Innovator-C for Docker

    Informix Innovator-C for Docker is a free containerized version of Informix Innovator-C edition database for limited production use.

Container micro-service deployments

In a micro-service configuration, each component is separated into services, which run in one or more containers. These containers are deployed on worker nodes, which are managed by one or more master nodes. These master nodes ensure that all of the component parts work as one orchestrated system.

One of the advantages of separating containerized services is that it improves fault isolation, as applications can remain largely unaffected by the failure of a single micro-service. The configuration is also easier to deploy, as provisioning, scaling, and redundancy are managed automatically by the master nodes.
  • Informix in Containers

    IBM Informix in containers is a fast and scalable database server that manages traditional relational, object-relational, and dimensional databases. Its small footprint and self-managing capabilities are suited to embedded data-management solutions.

  • Informix on Cloud Pak for Data

    The Informix CP4D service provides an Informix database on IBM Cloud Pak for Data, so you can use the rich features of an on-premises Informix deployment without the cost, complexity, and risk of managing your own infrastructure.