The java implementation of Apache Dubbo. An RPC and microservice framework.

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Apache Dubbo Project

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Apache Dubbo is a powerful and user-friendly Web and RPC framework. It supports multiple language implementations such as Java, Go, Python, PHP, Erlang, Rust, and Node.js/Web.

Dubbo provides solutions for communication, service discovery, traffic management, observability, security, tooling, and best practices for building enterprise-grade microservices.

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🧱 Architecture

Architecture

  • Communication between consumers and providers is done via RPC protocols like Triple, TCP, REST, etc.
  • Consumers dynamically discover provider instances from registries (e.g., Zookeeper, Nacos) and manage traffic using defined strategies.
  • Built-in support for dynamic config, metrics, tracing, security, and a visualized console.

🚀 Getting Started

📦 Lightweight RPC API

Start quickly with our 5-minute guide

Dubbo allows you to build RPC services using a minimal codebase and a lightweight SDK. It supports protocols like:

🌱 Microservices with Spring Boot

Kickstart your project using Spring Boot Starter.

Using just a dependency and a YAML config, you can unlock the full power of Dubbo: service discovery, observability, tracing, etc.

➡️ Learn how to deploy, monitor, and manage traffic for Dubbo services.


🛠️ More Features

Explore more through our hands-on tasks:


📦 Which Dubbo Version Should I Use?

Dubbo3

📦 Version Compatibility

VersionJDK SupportDependenciesHighlights
3.3.21.8 – 21View Dependencies✅ Actively Maintained
✅ Triple Protocol (gRPC/cURL)
✅ REST Support
✅ Spring Boot Starters
3.2.161.8 – 17View Dependencies✅ Actively Maintained
✅ Metrics & Tracing
✅ Thread Pool Isolation
✅ +30% Performance
✅ Native Image Support
3.1.111.8 – 17View Dependencies⚠️ Stable, but Not Actively Maintained

Dubbo2

VersionJDKDependenciesDescription
2.7.231.8dependency list❌ EOL
2.6.x, 2.5.x1.6 - 1.7dependency list❌ EOL

🤝 Contributing

See our CONTRIBUTING guide to get started!

🔁 Community Collaboration

💡 How You Can Help

If you're interested in contributing, email us at dev@dubbo.apache.org.


🐞 Reporting Issues

Please use our issue template when reporting bugs.


🔐 Reporting Security Vulnerabilities

Please report vulnerabilities privately to security@dubbo.apache.org.


📬 Contact


📄 License

Apache Dubbo is licensed under the Apache License 2.0.