# Redis

Redis (Remote Dictionary Server) is an open-source in-memory data structure store. Due to the nature of being fast, scalable, and highly available, Redis is a popular choice for applications that require real-time data processing, high throughput, and low latency.

## Prerequisites

* Get Redis database connection parameters from the database owner.

## Connect to Redis data source

Create a new data source in two ways. Note that this permission is restricted to workspace admins and developers.

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Select **Database** > **Redis** as the data source type.

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Set its name and service account.

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(Optional) Click **Test connection** to check whether the new data source is successfully connected.

Click **Save**, and it will be saved to your data source library.