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Kysely

SQL query builder with strong TypeScript types.

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Typed query builder for TypeScript that checks queries against your schema without hiding the SQL underneath.

When to use

When you want type-safe SQL without the abstraction of a full ORM.

When to avoid

If you prefer an ORM with a schema, migrations and a generated client.

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