sqlite-utils 4.0rc2 Released, Primarily Developed by Claude Fable, Priced Around $149.25

The latest release candidate of sqlite-utils, version 4.0rc2, is now available. Claude Fable contributed the majority of the code for this update. The package is being offered at an approximate price of $149.25. It builds on earlier versions with performance and usability improvements. Developers can test the release candidate before the final launch. The announcement was posted on Simon Willison's blog on July 5, 2026. Users are encouraged to provide feedback to shape the final version. The release continues the project's focus on lightweight database tooling.