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dbfordevs Release Notes

Quick reference for dbfordevs releases. For detailed changes, see CHANGELOG.md.

Latest Release: v0.5.3

Release Date: January 27, 2026

What's New in v0.5.x

The v0.5.x series delivers major advances in schema tooling, NoSQL support, and database management capabilities.

Highlights

Schema Diff & Migration (v0.5.0)

  • Compare schemas across connections, tables, or point-in-time snapshots
  • Visual diff with color-coded changes (added/removed/modified)
  • Database-specific migration SQL generation for PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite, Oracle, MSSQL
  • Destructive operation warnings and selective migration export

Cassandra Support (v0.4.0+)

  • Full driver implementation using scylla crate
  • Keyspace and table management with CQL Shell
  • Server info dashboard with cluster and node details
  • Consistency level configuration

MSSQL Enhancements (v0.5.2-v0.5.3)

  • SQL Server Browser query for named instance port resolution
  • Database create and delete functionality

Additional v0.5.x Features

  • Global schema search with fuzzy matching (Ctrl+Shift+F)
  • Enhanced sidebar with Cassandra browser integration
  • Classic themes and updated Monaco editor themes

Downloads & Installation

Visit the GitHub Releases Page to download the latest version for your platform:

  • Windows: .msi installer
  • macOS: .dmg installer (Intel & Apple Silicon)
  • Linux: .AppImage or .deb package

System Requirements

  • RAM: 512 MB minimum (4+ GB recommended for AI features)
  • Storage: 150 MB free space
  • Network: Internet connection required for AI features

Previous Releases

v0.2.0

Release Date: December 25, 2025

This release introduces the AI Query Assistant, transforming dbfordevs into an intelligent database development partner. Generate SQL, explain queries, and get database-specific advice using industry-leading AI models.

Highlights

🤖 AI-Powered Query Assistant

  • Generate SQL from natural language descriptions
  • Explain complex queries step-by-step
  • Optimize existing SQL with AI-driven suggestions
  • Context-aware generation using your database schema

🌐 Multi-Provider AI Support

  • Support for Anthropic Claude (Opus, Sonnet, Haiku)
  • Support for Google Gemini (Pro, Flash)
  • Bypasses CORS restrictions via Tauri HTTP proxy
  • Secure API key management

💬 Persistent Chat History

  • Save and organize AI conversations locally
  • Chat history persistence across sessions
  • Session favorites and quick renaming
  • Auto-cleanup settings for history management

🎯 Intelligent Context

  • Automatic schema context enrichment
  • @ mentions for tables and columns in prompts
  • Database-specific query generation (PG, MySQL, etc.)

v0.1.2

Release Date: December 15, 2025

The inaugural release of dbfordevs - a lightweight, cross-platform database client for developers.

Key Features:

  • Multi-database support (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite)
  • Monaco-based SQL editor with autocomplete
  • High-performance data grid with virtualization
  • Light/dark theme support
  • Connection string parsing for multiple formats
  • Beautiful, modern UI

Downloads: v0.1.0 Releases

System Requirements:

  • RAM: 512 MB minimum
  • Storage: 100 MB free
  • Windows 10+, macOS 10.13+, Ubuntu 18.04+

Version History

Version Release Date Highlights Downloads
v0.5.3 Jan 27, 2026 MSSQL create/delete database GitHub
v0.5.2 Jan 26, 2026 MSSQL named instance port resolution GitHub
v0.5.1 Jan 24, 2026 Classic themes, Monaco editor updates GitHub
v0.5.0 Jan 24, 2026 Schema Diff, Cassandra search integration GitHub
v0.4.0 Jan 20, 2026 Oracle Wallet, SSL/TLS testing, Cassandra GitHub
v0.3.x Jan 12-19, 2026 MongoDB, Redis, views, indexes, users, data grid GitHub
v0.2.1 Dec 26, 2025 OpenAI integration, PostgreSQL enhancements GitHub
v0.2.0 Dec 25, 2025 AI Query Assistant GitHub
v0.1.2 Dec 21, 2025 Schema diagrams, table properties GitHub
v0.1.0 Dec 15, 2025 Initial release GitHub

Update Guide

Updating to v0.2.0

No Breaking Changes - Your existing setup will continue to work:

  1. Download the latest installer from GitHub Releases
  2. Install following the platform-specific instructions
  3. Launch dbfordevs and configure your AI API key in Settings if you wish to use the new Assistant features.

Updating from v0.1.0 to v0.1.2

  1. Download the latest installer from GitHub Releases
  2. Install following the platform-specific instructions
  3. Launch dbfordevs and enjoy the new features
  4. Existing Connections will automatically load - no reconfiguration needed

Rollback

If you need to revert to v0.1.0:

  1. Uninstall v0.1.2
  2. Download v0.1.0 from GitHub Releases
  3. Install v0.1.0
  4. All your connections and settings are preserved

Getting Help

New to dbfordevs?

Start with the Getting Started Guide

Using dbfordevs?

Check the User Guide for features, shortcuts, and tips

Developing with dbfordevs?

See the Architecture Guide for technical details

Found an Issue?

Report it on GitHub Issues with:

  • Clear description of the problem
  • Steps to reproduce
  • Your OS and dbfordevs version
  • Error messages or screenshots

Additional Resources

Last Updated: February 1, 2026