Memcache (WordPress)

Memcache, short for Memory Cache, is an open-source, distributed memory caching system. It's designed to speed up dynamic web applications by alleviating database load. Memcache stores data in memory and allows for quick retrieval, serving as a caching layer between the application and the database.

• In-memory caching: Memcache stores data in the server's RAM, enabling faster access compared to disk-based storage
• Distributed architecture: It's designed to be distributed across multiple servers, allowing for horizontal scaling and improved performance by distributing the load
• Key-value store: Data is stored in the form of key-value pairs, making it efficient for caching various types of data, such as query results, objects, or session data
• Reduces database load: By caching frequently accessed data, Memcache reduces the number of database queries, which can significantly improve the overall performance of dynamic web applications, especially in scenarios where databases receive a high volume of requests
• Simple and efficient: Memcache operates with a simple set of commands for storing and retrieving data, making it easy to implement and use.

Developers often integrate Memcache into their applications, including content management systems like WordPress, to enhance performance by caching database query results, reducing the load on database servers, and ultimately delivering faster response times to users.

See also

• Memcache (PHP package)
• Object caching (WordPress)
• Transients Layered Nav Counts problem (WooCommerce)