py-dbms-cli 3.0.5

A modern, secure, aesthetic and your ultimate DBMS client. Implemented as a CLI (Command-Line Interface) tool and written 100% in Python

PY DBMS — A Modern, Secure MySQL CLI Client

Experimental Release — v3.0.0 (Architecture Update)

Note on v3.0.0: This version marks a major internal overhaul focused on architecture modernization and long-term extensibility. While labeled Experimental, it establishes the foundation for multi-engine support and advanced data exporting in the upcoming v3.1.0 stable release.

PY DBMS is a modern, developer-focused command-line client for MySQL, built with Python.
It provides a clean terminal UI, readable query output, and powerful helper commands—without sacrificing safety or simplicity.

Designed for developers who live in the terminal but want a more structured, reliable experience than the default MySQL CLI.

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Key Features

🏗️ NEW: Modular Architecture (v3.0)

• Decoupled DB Connectors: Connection logic is now abstracted from the CLI core, enabling future support for additional engines (PostgreSQL, SQLite, etc.).
• Internal Result Abstraction: Separates query execution from representation, allowing for consistent output across different display modes and export formats.

📤 NEW: Query Export System

• Pluggable Export Manager: A centralized system to handle various file formats.
• CSV Support: Export query results directly to .csv files using the new architecture.
• Session Stability: Export operations are non-fatal; errors in formatting or file I/O will not terminate your active session.

Terminal UX

• Rich Interface: Structured panels and tables for high readability.
• Visual Feedback: Typewriter-style status messages and clear color-coded indicators for success, warnings, and SQL errors.
• Startup Dashboard: ASCII banner and session summary on launch.

Configuration & Control

• Persistent Config: Robust JSON-based system (config.json) for long-term settings.
• Session Layer: Non-persistent configuration for runtime overrides.
• Inline Helpers: Per-query flags like --expand for instant output formatting changes.

Security

• Masked Credentials: Secure password handling at login.
• Local-First: Designed with safe defaults for development environments.
• Zero Persistence: Sensitive credentials are never stored in the configuration files.

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Installation

Prerequisites

• Python 3.10+ (recommended)
• A running MySQL Server

Install via pip

pip install py-dbms-cli 

Usage

1. Run from your terminal

pydbms  

2. When prompted, enter credentials to establish connection with MySQL You will be prompted for:

• Host
• Username
• Password (masked)

3. Begin querying

Enter SQL commands as you normally would.
Multi-line queries are supported and executed once terminated with ;.

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Meta Commands

PY DBMS includes several helper commands, and helper flags for interactive usage:

Command	Description
.help	Show all helper commands
.databases	List all databases
.tables	List tables in the current database
.schema <table>	Show CREATE TABLE definition
.clear	Clear the terminal screen
.version	Show build and version information
.config	Show persistent configuration
.config set <section>.<key> <value>	Update a config value
.config reset <section>.<key>	Reset a config value
.session-config	Show session-level configuration
.session-config set <key> <value>	Update session-only settings
.session-config reset <key>	Reset a session setting
.exit	Exit the CLI

Flag	Description
--expand	Expand the result of query to not truncate in-view at End Of Line
--export	Export result of a query to save it

NOTE: --export only implements csv as of v3.0.0

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Roadmap

Planned future improvements include:

• v3.1.0 (Stable): Integration of a Profile System for saved connections.

• JSON Export: Adding JSON support to the pluggable export system.

• Multi-Engine: Initial support for SQLite or PostgreSQL connectors.

• Query History: Implementation of persistent command history.

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Author

Anish Sethi
B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering
Delhi Technological University (Class of 2029)

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License

This project is licensed under the BSD 3-Clause License.
Visit the BSD 3-Clause License page for more information.