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sqlc for Mac

Generate type safe Go from SQL

Quick answer: sqlc is a data tool for macOS. Install it with brew install sqlc. It is distributed under the MIT licence. It has 391 Homebrew installs in the last 30 days.

What sqlc is

sqlc is a data tool for macOS: generate type safe Go from SQL.

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 sqlc

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

Homebrew installer, if you need it:

Prefer a graphical installer? Download it from the official site. MacPicks never hosts or mirrors binaries — the Homebrew command always pulls from the vendor's own release.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install sqlc on Mac?

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

Is sqlc open source?

Yes — Homebrew distributes it under the MIT licence.

Does sqlc 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 sqlc?

It was installed 391 times in the last 30 days according to Homebrew analytics, ranking #1752 in this catalogue.

What version of sqlc is current?

The latest packaged version is 1.31.1.