DbForge Edge
dbForge Edge is a software suite developed by Devart. It combines the functionalities of dbForge Studios – multi-featured IDEs tailored for major RDBMSs: Oracle, MySQL/MariaDB, Microsoft SQL Server, and PostgreSQL. Thus, dbForge Edge equips full-stack developers with a single solution to perform all database-related tasks across major database management systems without the need to assemble consistent toolsets for each system.
dbForge Edge offers some of the most robust functionality on the market. The modules dedicated to coding, database development and deployment, data editing, data management, user/server management, data analysis, and reporting are all presented in a clean and convenient GUI. Additionally, CLI automation helps save time and effort significantly by delegating routine jobs to the software.
Feature list[edit]
The functionality of dbForge Edge is a combination of all features available in each particular dbForge Studio.
Coding assistance
- Automatic phrase completion
- Context-based suggestions
- Instant syntax validation
- Code snippets
- Customizable code formatting
- Script debugging
Visual query building and optimization
- Visualized construction of queries on diagrams
- Design of SELECTs with tables, joins, and subqueries
- Query profiling to analyze their performance before actual execution
- Viewing and comparison of query profiling results in a visual mode
Visual database design
- Database projects
- ER database diagrams
- Schema objects editor (with object properties)
- Visual table designer
- Viewing, setup, and management of foreign keys
Schema and data comparison
- Detection of differences between databases (both schemas and table data)
- Manual or automated management of differences
- Generation of synchronization scripts for deployment
- Deployment of changes onto destination platforms
- Scheduling and automation of deployment routines through the command line
Data import, export, and generation
- Data export to 14 data formats
- Data import from 10 data formats
- Automation of regular data import/export tasks with templates
- Production of realistic test data with 200+ built-in generators
- Automation of data migration and data generation jobs
Database documentation
- Generation of database documentation
- Detailed information about the database structure and interdependencies
- Navigation through the documentation files
- Support for HTML, PDF, and Markdown file formats
- Automation of documenting tasks
User & session management
- Creation and configuration of user accounts
- Management of user privileges
- Monitoring of user activities on the server
- Monitoring of server sessions and events
- Tracking of server issues and performance bottlenecks
Data analysis & reporting
- Static data reports in several formats
- Pivot tables
- Graphs and diagrams to illustrate reports
- Report wizards for easy configuration
- Numerous report customization options
DevOps automation
- Seamless connection between the development environment and version control systems
- Automated migration and deployment of database changes
- Continuous integration and continuous deployment pipelines
- Comprehensive unit tests in plain SQL
For detailed information about the complete functionality of dbForge Edge, visit the product page.
Compatibility[edit]
dbForge Edge is compatible with the following OS:
Microsoft Windows: 7/8/8.1/10/11
Linux: Ubuntu/Fedora/Debian/Red Hat Enterprise Linux - via CodeWeavers CrossOver
macOS: Monterey (version 12.00)/Big Sur (version 11.00)/Catalina (version 10.15)/Mojave (version 10.14)/High Sierra (version 10.13) - via CodeWeavers CrossOver
Supported database management systems:
Oracle versions 8i, 9i, 10g, 11g, 12c, 18c, 19c, 21c
PostgreSQL versions 8.4-15
MySQL versions 5.5-8.3
MariaDB versions 5.5-11.4
SQL Server versions 2000-2022
Also, the product supports all major database servers and cloud platforms for Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL and MariaDB, and PostgreSQL.
Editions[edit]
dbForge Edge comes in two editions:
- Enterprise Edition with the maximum functionality – it offers all features and options available in the Enterprise Edition of every particular dbForge Studio.
- Express Edition is free of charge and provides the basic features available in the Express Edition of each separate Studio. The Express Edition is activated after the end of the 30-day free trial period if the user chooses not to upgrade to the Enterprise Edition.
Advantages[edit]
- A single solution that covers all tasks on five major database management systems and provides comprehensive IDEs for each system
- Fully functional trial that lasts 30 days and allows the user to test the product in action and evaluate its capabilities under the full workload
- Priority support suggests close and day-to-day interaction with the Devart technical support experts
- Flexible payment model: subscription-based license or perpetual license
- Marketing programs with discounts and regular promo campaigns
Download[edit]
To download a free 30-day trial of dbForge Edge, click here
Conclusion[edit]
dbForge Edge is the latest and most powerful solution offered by Devart. Its robust functionality covers almost all database challenges on five different systems, it has an intuitive and fast GUI, and its automation capacities make it one of the most convenient and reliable solutions for database experts of any caliber.
