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Sqlit

lastmod 2026-01-16created 2026-01-162 edits

A TUI-based SQL client for working with databases quickly and intuitively in the terminal

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  • "The lazygit of SQL Databases"
  • Built to connect to and query databases directly from the terminal instead of heavy GUI tools
  • Supports more than 20 local and cloud databases, including PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite, and SQL Server
    • Includes Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift, Athena, Supabase, Turso, Cloudflare D1, and more
  • Just type sqlit to launch it and pick a database right from the UI, with no connection setup
  • Automatically discovers running Docker containers, infers the database details, and connects immediately
  • Integrates with the Azure, AWS, and GCP CLIs to simplify access to cloud databases
  • Keyboard-driven TUI interface with Vim-style keybindings
  • Built-in SQL editing environment with syntax highlighting, autocompletion, and context-aware help
  • Loads query results of up to millions of rows and lets you explore them instantly with fuzzy search and filtering
  • Per-connection query history improves productivity for repetitive tasks
  • Stores credentials securely in the OS keyring to avoid exposing plaintext passwords
  • Connection options suited to real-world environments, such as SSH tunneling, temporary connections, and URL-based connections
  • CLI mode runs SQL and outputs CSV or JSON
  • A lightweight, low-memory database exploration tool built on Textual

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