=nil; Database Management System

This paper introduces =nil; Database Management System, a novel DBMS architecture designed to handle modern database requirements, particularly for clustered databases with custom replication protocols. The paper outlines key features including pluggable storage engines, virtualized consistency conditions, and a flexible approach to data structures and query processing. It aims to provide a unified framework that can adapt to diverse database needs, while maintaining performance and scalability. The architecture emphasizes separation of concerns, allowing databases to define their own replication protocols, consistency models, and storage mechanisms within a common system.

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