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Sqlectron

Simple, lightweight SQL desktop client with cross-database support.

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LicenseMIT
GitHub stars4.5k
Last commit1 weeks ago
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ElectronReactCross PlatformMulti DbDeveloper ToolsSql Client
Overview

Why consider Sqlectron?

Sqlectron is a lightweight SQL client with cross-database support (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, SQLite, Cassandra). It is available as both a native GUI app and a terminal CLI client.

Guided learning

Learn Sqlectron by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of Sqlectron

Sqlectron provides an uncluttered interface focused purely on running ad-hoc SQL queries, viewing tabular results, and managing database connections.

Installation

bash
1# macOS via Homebrew
2brew install --cask sqlectron
3
4# Windows via Winget
5winget install Sqlectron.Sqlectron

Sqlectron is licensed under the permissive MIT License.

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Sqlectron FAQs

Sqlectron is listed as a Developer Tools tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

Sqlectron is listed under the MIT license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

Sqlectron is listed as an alternative to TablePlus. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.