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postgraphile for Mac

GraphQL schema created by reflection over a PostgreSQL schema

Quick answer: postgraphile is a developer tool for macOS. Install it with brew install postgraphile. It is distributed under the MIT licence.

What postgraphile is

postgraphile is a developer tool for macOS: graphQL schema created by reflection over a PostgreSQL schema.

It is distributed as a Homebrew formula, which builds or pours a binary and puts it on your PATH. It is distributed under the MIT licence.

How to install postgraphile

  1. Open Terminal (press ⌘ + Space and type “Terminal”).
  2. If Homebrew is not installed yet, run the installer below once.
  3. Run brew install postgraphile.

Homebrew installer, if you need it:

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install postgraphile on Mac?

Run brew install postgraphile in Terminal. This requires Homebrew; if you do not have it, install it first with the command below.

Is postgraphile open source?

Yes — Homebrew distributes it under the MIT licence.

Does postgraphile run on Apple silicon?

Homebrew publishes this formula for macOS. If upstream does not ship an Apple silicon build, Rosetta 2 handles the Intel binary.

How popular is postgraphile?

Homebrew does not publish a 30-day install count for this package, which usually means it is installed directly rather than through the analytics-reporting path.

What version of postgraphile is current?

The latest packaged version is 5.1.5.