InfluxDB is a purpose-built time series database optimized for high-throughput ingest and querying of timestamped data — ideal for IoT, edge computing, DevOps, and analytics use cases. Built in Go, it supports the InfluxQL and Flux query languages and provides integrated features like data retention policies, continuous queries, and downsampling. In smart agriculture, InfluxDB is widely used to store sensor readings such as soil moisture, temperature, and irrigation events, powering real-time dashboards and alerts. It integrates with Grafana, MQTT, and Telegraf for seamless edge-to-cloud telemetry pipelines.