Tabularis
Modern desktop client for PostgreSQL, MySQL/MariaDB, and SQLite with SQL notebooks, visual query builder, and AI assistance. Designed for developers and data teams.
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Tabularis is a modern, open-source desktop database client designed for developers and data teams. It provides a unified interface for PostgreSQL, MySQL/MariaDB, and SQLite, combining a powerful SQL editor with advanced features like notebooks, visual query building, and AI assistance.
Key Features
- Multi-Database Support: Connect to PostgreSQL, MySQL/MariaDB, and SQLite from a single application
- SQL Editor: Modern editor with tabs, history, and keyboard shortcuts for efficient SQL writing
- Data Grid: Inspect, filter, and edit records with an intuitive interface
- SQL Notebooks: Reusable analysis combining SQL, markdown, charts, and variables
- Visual Query Builder: Compose queries visually and inspect the generated SQL
- Visual EXPLAIN: Transform complex execution plans into readable visualizations
- AI Assistant: Draft, explain, and refine SQL with your preferred AI provider
- MCP Server: Enable AI tools to inspect schemas and run actions through Tabularis
- Plugin Ecosystem: Extend functionality with plugins for engines and workflows
- Cross-Platform: Available as a desktop application for all major platforms
Tech / Self-Hosting
Tabularis is a desktop application that runs locally on your machine. It connects directly to your databases without requiring a server component. The application is built with modern web technologies and is distributed as a standalone executable for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Source code is available on GitHub under an open-source license.