For those familiar with Db2, Db2 Express-C was the free entry point for developers into that world. Developers have long embraced Db2 Express-C for learning, developing, and delivering applications based on Db2. Since then, the Db2 family has revamped its free offering with more capabilities and a seamless upgrade path to larger editions.

IBM is excited to introduce Db2 Community Edition, a free offering that is the base image of Db2 software distributed via trial download sites and Docker hub.