ZeQLplus: Browse SQLite Databases in a Terminal

Overview

ZeQL+ is a terminal-based browser for SQLite database files. It provides a way to inspect tables and rows or run custom SQL queries from a Terminal or CMD window, without using a graphical database application.

It is aimed at people who prefer command-line workflows and want a small executable for quick database inspection across macOS, Linux, and Windows. Pre-built binaries are available, and the project can also be built with V.

Key Features

• Open SQLite database files from the command line.
• List database tables for browsing.
• View table rows in a paginated interface.
• Run custom SQL queries and view results.
• Use on macOS, Linux, or Windows 10+.
• Run a pre-built executable without a separate installation step.

Use Cases

• Developers can quickly inspect a local SQLite file while working in a terminal-based workflow.
• Data analysts can browse tables and test SQL queries without opening a GUI application.
• Users troubleshooting an application can check database contents directly on a supported desktop platform.
• V developers can build the tool from source or examine a practical V application.

Getting Started

Download a pre-built binary from the releases page, then run it with a database file:

zeql <database_filename>

For build instructions and further details, see the README.

Considerations

ZeQL+ is specifically for SQLite files and runs in a terminal rather than providing a graphical interface. Building from source requires V 0.4.10 or above. The README describes pre-built binaries for macOS, Linux, and Windows 10+; it does not specify support for other platforms.