The problem/use-case that the feature addresses

Currently, MacPorts does not provide Redis 8.2 for installation. Developers and users who rely on Redis for application development, testing, or deployment on macOS are limited to the versions currently available in the ports tree. Having Redis 8.2 available through MacPorts ensures easier installation, consistency across environments, and access to the latest Redis features, performance improvements, and security updates.

Description of the feature

sudo port selfupdate && sudo port install redis

or the equivalent variant syntax, and ensure that dependencies, configuration, and startup integration are aligned with MacPorts' best practices.

Alternatives you've considered

  • Installing Redis 8.2 manually from source, which requires managing dependencies and configuration outside of MacPorts.

  • Using other package managers (e.g., Homebrew), but this is not ideal for users who prefer MacPorts for system consistency.

  • Waiting for upstream MacPorts maintainers to update the Redis port, but filing this enhancement request ensures visibility and tracking.

Additional information

  • Redis 8.2 was recently released and includes important new features and fixes.

  • Reference: Redis official download page and Redis GitHub repository

  • Having Redis 8.2 available through MacPorts will align MacPorts with other package managers that already provide access to the latest Redis release.