Qdrant 1.7.0 has just landed!

Qdrant 1.7.0 introduces several new features and improvements to enhance its capabilities as a vector search engine. This release includes support for sparse vectors, allowing for more efficient keyword-based searches, and a new Discovery API designed to refine search parameters for precision and versatility. The update also adds user-defined sharding, enabling users to determine how data is distributed across nodes, and a snapshot-based shard transfer method to improve data mobility within clusters. These features aim to provide greater control and flexibility in managing and searching data, enhancing overall system performance. Additionally, minor improvements address performance issues, reduce latency, and stabilize operations in high-load environments. Qdrant continues to evolve based on user feedback, encouraging community engagement to drive future development.