Chroma is an open-source embedding database for AI applications, with persistent vector storage and a simple HTTP API.
Requires Docker runtime or Docker Compose environment.
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Standard Docker Compose deployment
version: '3.8'
services:
chroma:
image: chroma:latest
restart: always
ports:
- "8080:8080"Chroma is a modern self-hosted, privacy-first ai solution. Chroma is an open-source embedding database for AI applications, with persistent vector storage and a simple HTTP API. Built for users and teams demanding full data ownership, Chroma eliminates proprietary vendor lock-in while delivering an intuitive, reliable experience.
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