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* docs: add design spec for 6 new features
Column Statistics, Data Masking, CSV Import, Data Generator,
DB Notifications, and Connection Health Monitor.
* docs: update spec with review fixes
Resolve all 15 review issues: naming conflicts, preload layer,
batch insert interface, guard clauses, confirmation dialogs, etc.
* docs: add implementation plan for 6 features
Fix critical issues from review: adapter connection pattern,
preload event subscription pattern, tab interface definitions,
ColumnStatsRequest type, and implementation notes.
* feat: add column statistics panel (Tasks 1.1-1.8)
Implement the Column Statistics feature allowing users to right-click a
column header and view min/max/nulls/distinct/histogram in a right sidebar
panel. Supports PostgreSQL (full implementation with median + histogram),
MySQL (CASE WHEN histogram, no median), and MSSQL (NTILE histogram +
PERCENTILE_CONT median). Includes shared types, IPC handler, Zustand
store, stats panel UI, and DataTable integration via onColumnStatsClick.
* feat: add Data Masking feature (renderer-only)
Adds blur-based data masking so users can hide sensitive columns during
demos, screenshots, and pair programming. Entirely renderer-only — no
IPC or main process changes.
- masking-store: Zustand store with manual per-tab masking, auto-mask
rules (email/password/ssn/token etc.), hover-to-peek, and persist
middleware for rules/settings only (runtime maskedColumns not persisted)
- masking-toolbar: dropdown UI for toggling auto-mask, managing rules,
adding custom regex patterns, and unmasking all columns for a tab
- data-table: accepts optional tabId, shows lock icon on masked headers,
adds Mask/Unmask to column dropdown, applies blur(5px) + userSelect:none
to masked cells with alt-hover peek support
- editable-data-table: same masking UX; masked cells block editing
- tab-query-editor: wires tabId into DataTable, renders MaskingToolbar
near Export, intercepts exports when masked columns are present and
shows an AlertDialog to confirm exporting with [MASKED] values
* feat(csv-import): implement CSV import feature (Tasks 3.1-3.5)
- Add shared types: CsvColumnMapping, CsvImportOptions, CsvImportRequest,
CsvImportProgress, CsvImportResult, BatchInsertOptions, BatchInsertResult
- Install papaparse for CSV parsing in renderer
- Create batch-insert.ts: parameterized INSERT with per-dialect placeholder
syntax (pg: $1/$2, mysql: ?, mssql: @p1/@p2), ON CONFLICT handling, and
cancellation support
- Add import-handlers.ts IPC handler for db:import-csv and db:import-cancel;
progress events pushed via event.sender.send('db:import-progress')
- Add import-store.ts Zustand store with 5-step wizard state, type inference
for new tables (integer/numeric/timestamp/boolean/text), and auto-mapping
- Create csv-import-dialog.tsx Sheet dialog: file drop zone, target selection,
column mapping, options (batch size/conflict/truncate/transaction), and
progress/result step
- Add "Import CSV" to schema explorer table context menu (both virtualized
and non-virtualized paths)
* feat: add Data Generator feature (Tasks 4.1-4.5)
Adds schema-aware fake data generation using @faker-js/faker. Users can
open a data-generator tab from the schema explorer context menu on any
table, configure per-column generators (faker, random-int/float/bool/date,
uuid, auto-increment, fk-reference, fixed, null), preview 5 sample rows,
and insert up to 10 000 rows in configurable batches with live progress.
- packages/shared: GeneratorType, ColumnGenerator, DataGenConfig,
DataGenProgress, DataGenResult types
- main: data-generator.ts engine with heuristics + faker dispatch
- main: data-gen-handlers.ts IPC for generate, cancel, preview
- preload + preload d.ts: generateData, cancelGenerate, generatePreview,
onGenerateProgress on window.api.db
- stores: DataGeneratorTab type added to tab-store; data-gen-store for
per-tab generator state and actions
- renderer: data-generator.tsx UI; schema-explorer "Generate Data" menu
item; tab-query-editor dispatch for data-generator tab type
* feat: add PostgreSQL LISTEN/NOTIFY dashboard (Chunk 5)
Implements a full LISTEN/NOTIFY panel for PostgreSQL connections:
- Shared types: PgNotificationEvent, PgNotificationChannel, PgNotificationStats
- Main process: dedicated pg.Client listener per connection with SSH tunnel
support, auto-reconnect with exponential backoff, and SQLite event history
(capped at 10k events per connection)
- IPC handlers under pg-notify: prefix; cleanup on app quit
- Preload: pgNotify namespace exposing subscribe/unsubscribe/send/getChannels/
getHistory/clearHistory/onEvent
- Store: usePgNotificationStore with rolling 60s stats and in-memory event cap
- Tab type: pg-notifications added to TabType union with deduplication
- UI: channel subscription bar, scrollable event log with JSON highlighting,
collapsible send panel and stats; PostgreSQL-only guard
- Sidebar: Notifications entry visible only for PostgreSQL connections
* feat(shared): add health monitor types (Task 6.1)
Add ActiveQuery, TableSizeInfo, CacheStats, LockInfo, and
DatabaseSizeInfo types to the shared package for IPC contract.
* feat(adapters): implement health monitor queries (Task 6.2)
Add getActiveQueries, getTableSizes, getCacheStats, getLocks, and
killQuery to DatabaseAdapter interface with implementations for
PostgreSQL, MySQL, MSSQL, and SQLite stub.
* feat(ipc): add health monitor IPC handlers (Task 6.3)
Register IPC handlers for db:active-queries, db:table-sizes,
db:cache-stats, db:locks, and db:kill-query channels.
* feat(preload): expose health monitor API to renderer (Task 6.4)
Add health namespace to preload bridge with activeQueries, tableSizes,
cacheStats, locks, and killQuery methods plus type declarations.
* feat(store): add health monitor Zustand store (Task 6.5)
Create useHealthStore with polling, fetch actions for all health
metrics, and kill query support.
* feat(ui): add health monitor dashboard tab (Task 6.6)
Add HealthMonitor component with 4-panel dashboard: active queries
with kill support, table sizes with sorting, cache hit ratios with
color coding, and lock/blocking detection. Integrate into tab system
and sidebar navigation.
* chore: apply prettier formatting
* fix: resolve empty block statement lint errors
* fix: add column stats to editable table and fix masking infinite loop
Column statistics dropdown now available in table preview (editable)
mode. Fixed MaskingToolbar infinite re-render caused by creating a new
empty array reference on every store snapshot.
* docs: update README, features, roadmap, and marketing site for 6 new features
Add Column Statistics, Data Masking, CSV Import, Data Generator,
Connection Health Monitor, and PostgreSQL Notifications to all
documentation and the marketing website features grid.
* Apply suggestions from code review
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data-peek Feature Overview
A minimal, fast, beautiful PostgreSQL client for developers who want to quickly peek at their data — now with AI-powered database exploration.
Product Summary
data-peek is a lightweight desktop database client designed for developers who need quick, frictionless access to their databases. Unlike bloated alternatives like pgAdmin or DBeaver, data-peek focuses on speed, simplicity, and a keyboard-first experience — now with AI-powered assistance.
Target Audience: Developers, data engineers, backend engineers, and anyone who needs to quickly query and explore databases without the overhead of enterprise tools.
Supported Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL (SQLite coming soon)
Platforms: macOS (Apple Silicon + Intel), Windows, Linux
Key Value Propositions
| Benefit | Description |
|---|---|
| Lightning Fast | Opens in under 2 seconds. No splash screens, no waiting. |
| AI-Powered | Ask questions in natural language, get SQL queries and charts. |
| Zero Configuration | Connect and query immediately. No complex setup required. |
| Keyboard-First | Power users can do everything without touching the mouse. |
| Beautiful & Modern | Dark and light themes with a clean, distraction-free UI. |
| Privacy-First | No telemetry, no tracking. Your data stays on your machine. |
| Secure | Connection credentials are encrypted locally. |
| Pay Once, Own Forever | No subscriptions. One-time purchase with 1 year of updates. |
Pricing
Free Tier
Get started at no cost:
- 2 database connections
- 50 query history items
- 3 editor tabs
- 1 schema for ER diagrams
- CSV/JSON export
Pro License — $99 $29 (Early Bird)
Unlock everything:
- Unlimited connections
- Unlimited query history
- Unlimited tabs
- Unlimited ER diagrams
- Inline data editing (INSERT/UPDATE/DELETE)
- Query execution plans (EXPLAIN/ANALYZE)
- 3 device activations
- 1 year of updates
- Pay once, use forever
Cloud (Coming Soon)
For power users and teams:
- Everything in Pro
- Sync connections across devices
- Cloud-saved queries
- Team sharing
- ~$5-8/month
Feature List
Connection Management
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Quick Connection Setup | Add connections with host, port, database, user, and password — or paste a connection string |
| Connection String Parsing | Paste any PostgreSQL connection URL and auto-fill all fields |
| Test Before Save | Verify connections work before adding them |
| Encrypted Storage | Credentials stored securely with encryption |
| SSL Support | Connect to SSL-enabled databases |
| Connection Switcher | Quickly switch between multiple database connections |
| Edit & Delete | Manage saved connections with ease |
Query Editor
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Monaco Editor | Same editor engine that powers VS Code |
| SQL Syntax Highlighting | Full SQL syntax highlighting with PostgreSQL support |
| Smart Autocomplete | Schema-aware suggestions for tables, columns, and SQL keywords |
| Multi-Tab Support | Work on multiple queries simultaneously with independent tabs |
| Query Formatting | Auto-format SQL with Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + F |
| Run Query | Execute with Cmd/Ctrl + Enter |
| Collapsible Editor | Minimize the editor to focus on results |
Results Viewer
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Data Table View | View results in a clean, sortable table |
| Data Type Indicators | Color-coded badges showing column types |
| Query Metrics | See row count and query execution time |
| Pagination | Navigate large result sets with customizable page sizes |
| Copy Cell | Click any cell to copy its value |
| Copy Row as JSON | Export individual rows as JSON objects |
| Export to CSV | Download results as CSV files |
| Export to JSON | Download results as JSON files |
| NULL Styling | Clear visual distinction for NULL values |
| Foreign Key Navigation | Click FK cells to view related records |
| JSON Tree Viewer | Expand and inspect JSON with collapsible tree view |
| JSON Syntax Highlighting | Color-coded values by type (strings, numbers, booleans) |
| JSON Preview | Partial content preview in cell with tooltip |
Schema Explorer
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Tree View Navigation | Browse schemas, tables, and views hierarchically |
| Column Details | See column names, data types, and constraints |
| Primary Key Indicators | Visual markers for primary key columns |
| Nullable Indicators | See which columns allow NULL values |
| Foreign Key Display | View foreign key relationships |
| Table Search | Filter tables by name with instant search |
| Click to Query | Click any table to generate a SELECT query |
| Schema Refresh | Reload schema after database changes |
Query History
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Auto-Save | Every executed query is automatically saved |
| Persistent Storage | History survives app restarts |
| Query Metadata | See execution time, row count, and status for each query |
| Quick Load | Click any history item to load it into the editor |
| Copy to Clipboard | Copy previous queries without loading |
| Clear History | Remove all or individual history items |
| Query Type Badges | Visual indicators for SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE |
| Relative Timestamps | "5 minutes ago", "yesterday", etc. |
AI Assistant (New in v0.2.0)
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Natural Language Queries | Ask questions in plain English, get SQL queries |
| Multi-Provider Support | Choose OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, Groq, or local Ollama |
| Schema Awareness | AI understands your tables, columns, and relationships |
| Inline Execution | Run AI-generated queries and see results in chat |
| Chart Generation | Create bar, line, pie, and area charts from data |
| Metric Cards | Display formatted single-value insights |
| Chat Persistence | Conversations saved per connection |
| Session Management | Create, rename, and delete chat sessions |
| Privacy Options | Use local Ollama models for complete data privacy |
Supported AI Providers:
| Provider | Best For | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| OpenAI | General use | GPT-5, GPT-4o models |
| Anthropic | SQL generation | Claude Opus 4.5, Sonnet 4 |
| Balanced | Gemini 3 Pro, 2.5 | |
| Groq | Speed | Ultra-fast inference |
| Ollama | Privacy | Local models, no API key needed |
Column Statistics
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| One-Click Profiling | Click the chart icon on any column header to open statistics |
| Base Stats | Row count, null count, null percentage, distinct count for every column |
| Numeric Stats | Min, max, average, standard deviation, median, histogram distribution |
| Text Stats | Min/max/average length, top 5 most common values |
| DateTime Stats | Earliest, latest, and date range |
| Boolean Stats | True/false counts and percentages |
Data Masking
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Blur Masking | Blur sensitive column values with CSS filter |
| Auto-Mask Rules | Regex-based rules to automatically mask columns matching patterns (email, password, SSN, etc.) |
| Hover to Peek | Hold Alt and hover to temporarily reveal masked values |
| Per-Tab State | Each tab maintains its own set of masked columns |
| Export Safety | Warning dialog when exporting data with masked columns |
| Persistent Rules | Auto-mask rules persist across sessions |
CSV Import
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| File Picker | Drag-and-drop or file picker for CSV files |
| Auto Column Mapping | Automatically maps CSV columns to table columns by name |
| Type Inference | Detects data types from CSV content |
| Conflict Handling | Skip, update, or error on duplicate key conflicts |
| Batch Insert | Configurable batch size for large imports |
| Progress Tracking | Real-time progress bar with row count |
| Cancel Support | Cancel long-running imports mid-operation |
Data Generator
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Faker.js Integration | Generate realistic fake data (names, emails, addresses, etc.) |
| Heuristic Detection | Auto-detects appropriate generator type from column names |
| FK-Aware | Samples existing foreign key values to maintain referential integrity |
| Preview Mode | Preview generated rows before inserting |
| Configurable Row Count | Generate 1 to 100,000+ rows |
| Dedicated Tab | Full-featured tab UI with per-column generator configuration |
Inline Data Editing
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Click-to-Edit Cells | Single click to start editing (fast workflow) |
| Enum Dropdowns | Dropdown selectors for PostgreSQL enum columns |
| JSON Cell Editor | Sheet-based editor with live preview |
| Add Rows | Insert new records with a visual form |
| Delete Rows | Remove records with confirmation |
| SQL Preview | Review generated SQL before executing changes |
| Batch Operations | Queue multiple changes before committing |
| Discard Changes | Undo pending edits before saving |
| Type-Safe Editing | Input validation based on column data types |
ER Diagram Visualization
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Visual Schema Map | See your database structure as an interactive diagram |
| Table Nodes | Each table displays all columns with types |
| Relationship Lines | Foreign key connections visualized as links |
| Primary Key Highlights | Yellow indicators for PK columns |
| Foreign Key Highlights | Blue indicators for FK columns |
| Smart Auto-Layout | Automatic positioning prevents overlapping tables |
| Pan & Zoom | Navigate large schemas with ease |
| Mini Map | Overview navigation for complex databases |
Query Execution Plans
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| EXPLAIN Visualization | See query execution plans in a visual tree |
| Node Type Coloring | Color-coded operations (scans, joins, sorts) |
| Cost Analysis | View estimated vs actual costs |
| Performance Metrics | Execution time breakdown by operation |
| Buffer Statistics | I/O and memory usage details |
| Expandable Nodes | Drill into plan details |
Query Performance Indicator (PostgreSQL)
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Missing Index Detection | Identifies sequential scans on large tables that would benefit from indexes |
| N+1 Pattern Detection | Analyzes query history to flag repeated similar queries within time windows |
| Slow Query Analysis | Flags queries exceeding configurable threshold (default: 1 second) |
| High Filter Ratio Detection | Identifies queries scanning many rows to return few |
| Row Estimate Mismatch | Highlights planner vs actual row count variance |
| Auto-Generated Index Suggestions | Copy-ready CREATE INDEX CONCURRENTLY statements |
| Severity Filtering | Filter issues by critical, warning, or info severity |
| Query Fingerprinting | Normalizes queries to detect patterns across history |
Database Monitoring
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Connection Health Monitor | Dashboard with 4 cards: active queries, table sizes, cache stats, locks |
| Active Query Viewer | See all running queries with PID, user, duration, and state |
| Kill Queries | Terminate long-running or blocking queries with one click |
| Table Size Analysis | View row counts, data size, index size, and total size per table |
| Cache Hit Ratios | Buffer cache and index hit ratios with color-coded thresholds |
| Lock Detection | See blocking locks with blocked/blocking PID, lock type, and wait time |
| Auto-Refresh | Configurable refresh interval (2s/5s/10s/30s/off) |
| PostgreSQL Notifications | Subscribe to LISTEN/NOTIFY channels |
| Real-Time Events | See notification events arrive in real-time |
| Send Notifications | Publish NOTIFY messages to channels from the UI |
| Event History | Persistent event log with SQLite storage |
User Interface
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Dark Mode | Easy on the eyes for long coding sessions |
| Light Mode | Clean, bright interface when you prefer it |
| System Preference | Automatically match your OS theme |
| Resizable Panels | Drag to resize sidebar and editor |
| Collapsible Sidebar | Maximize workspace when needed |
| Collapsible Query Editor | Hide/show query panel to focus on results |
| Settings Modal | Configure preferences via UI (persisted) |
| Loading States | Clear feedback during operations |
| Error Handling | Helpful error messages with details |
| Empty States | Guided prompts when there's no data |
Settings
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Hide Query Editor by Default | Start table previews with editor collapsed |
| Expand JSON by Default | Auto-expand JSON objects in viewer |
Saved Queries Library (New in v0.2.0)
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Save Queries | Bookmark any query with name and description |
| Folders/Tags | Organize queries into categories |
| Quick Access | Search and filter saved queries |
| Usage Tracking | See how often each query is used |
| Run Directly | Execute saved queries with one click |
| Copy to Editor | Load queries into current tab |
Command Palette (New in v0.2.0)
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Quick Access | Cmd/Ctrl + K to open |
| Fuzzy Search | Find any command by typing |
| Grouped Commands | Organized by category |
| Keyboard Navigation | Arrow keys + Enter to execute |
Keyboard Shortcuts
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
Cmd/Ctrl + Enter |
Execute query |
Cmd/Ctrl + K |
Open command palette |
Cmd/Ctrl + B |
Toggle sidebar |
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + F |
Format SQL |
Cmd/Ctrl + P |
Open connection picker |
Cmd/Ctrl + T |
New tab |
Cmd/Ctrl + W |
Close tab |
Cmd/Ctrl + 1-9 |
Switch to tab 1-9 |
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + 1-9 |
Switch between connections |
Cmd/Ctrl + I |
Toggle AI assistant |
Data Editing Shortcuts
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
Cmd/Ctrl + S |
Save pending changes |
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + Z |
Discard all changes |
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + I |
Add new row |
Escape |
Exit edit mode |
Cmd/Ctrl + Click on FK |
Open foreign key in new tab |
See the full Keyboard Shortcuts Guide for all available shortcuts.
Technical Highlights
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Framework | Electron with React 19 |
| Editor | Monaco (VS Code engine) |
| AI Integration | Vercel AI SDK with structured output |
| Database Driver | Native PostgreSQL (pg), MySQL (mysql2) |
| Charts | Recharts for AI-generated visualizations |
| Local Storage | SQLite for history and settings |
| Security | Encrypted credential storage |
| Build Targets | macOS DMG, Windows exe/msi, Linux AppImage/tar.gz |
What data-peek is NOT
To set clear expectations:
- Not a database admin tool — Focus is on querying and exploring, not server management
- Not a data migration tool — CSV import is supported, but not full database migration
- Limited multi-database — PostgreSQL and MySQL supported (SQLite coming soon)
- Not enterprise software — Built for individual developers (team features coming with Cloud tier)
Comparison with Alternatives
| Feature | data-peek | pgAdmin | DBeaver | TablePlus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Startup Time | < 2s | 5-10s | 10-15s | 2-3s |
| Memory Usage | Low | High | Very High | Low |
| Learning Curve | Minimal | Steep | Steep | Minimal |
| Price | Free + $29 Pro | Free | Free/Paid | $69 |
| PostgreSQL Focus | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| AI Assistant | Yes | No | No | No |
| ER Diagrams | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Inline Editing | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Query Plans | Yes | Yes | Yes | Limited |
| Modern UI | Yes | No | No | Yes |
Coming Soon
Features planned for future releases:
- SQLite support
- Connection groups/folders
- More AI visualization types (scatter, heatmap)
- AI query explanations and optimization suggestions
- Cloud Sync — Sync connections and saved queries across devices
- Team Features — Share queries and connections with your team
Screenshots
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- Connection dialog
- Query editor with results
- Schema explorer tree
- ER diagram view
- Query execution plan
- Inline data editing
- AI Assistant chat panel
- AI-generated charts
- Settings modal
- Dark/Light theme comparison
One-Liner Descriptions
For various marketing contexts:
Tagline:
Peek at your data. Fast. With AI.
Short (10 words):
A fast, AI-powered database client for developers who value simplicity.
Medium (25 words):
data-peek is a lightweight database client with AI assistance, modern UI, and features like ER diagrams and query plans — without the bloat.
Long (50 words):
data-peek is the database client developers actually want to use. AI-powered natural language queries, lightning-fast startup, Monaco-powered SQL editor, visual ER diagrams, query execution plans, inline data editing, and a beautiful dark/light UI. No telemetry, no subscriptions, no bloat. Pay once, own forever. Available for macOS, Windows, and Linux.
Document updated: March 2026 (v0.15.0)