LumoSQL is drawing interest for its unique Not-Forking concept that encourages a different approach to database management. User discussions hint at a mixture of excitement and skepticism regarding its practicality compared to established technologies like SQLite and MySQL. Some comments reflect a nostalgia for the potential of SQLite, particularly in in-browser contexts that are now less viable. Users express curiosity about the utility of SQLite in modern projects, especially given its past promise as a front-end technology. The conversation also highlights the challenges developers face in choosing the right database technology, touching on the hassle of managing replication and failover.