Drizzle ORM

Headless TypeScript ORM.

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Console’s review

· Reviewed by David Mytton

What we like

Define your schema in TypeScript with no build/generate step required. SQL-like interface with the option to call SQL directly and/or use prepared statements. Includes migration functionality with supporting CLI and a local GUI for exploring the database. Zero dependencies and supports edge/serverless functions.

Tradeoffs

No support for DynamoDB, CockroachDB, MS SQL.

Is Drizzle ORM a fit?

Based on Console’s review published on 2023-09-28. Summary updated .

Who it’s for

Developers of serverless functions should consider this tool for database management

Why consider it

It allows defining a schema in TypeScript without requiring a build or generate step

Keep in mind

It lacks support for certain databases like DynamoDB, CockroachDB, and MS SQL

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