What is Squibo?

Squilbo is a tool for querying and updating SQL databases. Ever used desktop tools like Microsoft Query Analyzer, SQL Studio or Toad? Well, Squilbo is a little like a lite version of these, but it's web-based, supports many types of database and runs on ASP.NET.

Squilbo is easy to use, but it's mainly for folks who like SQL, DDL and DML. It's got a slick interface, keyboard shortcuts for running queries, editable result sets, and supports batching of statements and long queries.

What's wrong with desktop SQL tools?

Nothing! However, if you want to administer databases that are installed on web hosting or intranets, firewalls often prevent you from connecting with your desktop tools. Squilbo is a web application that runs on your web hosting or intranet, so avoids this problem. We think we've got you a user experience that's close to those desktop tools, too!

Can I use it with my web hosting

Squilbo is totally designed for that. It should work with any ASP.NET or Mono (Linux) hosting. Installation requires a simple FTP upload or drag-n-drop.

Can it be used in an intranet?

Yup, Squilbo is really handy for accessing your company databases for when you're out or office, or at a computer that doesn't have your regular SQL tools installed. If you're in charge of budgets, you'll be glad to hear that Squilbo won't be licensed by the seat.

Have you got plans for any other databases other than MySql and Microsoft Sql Server

Oh yes, we want to support anything with a SQL prompt :) We think that Oracle, PostgreSQL, Sqlite will be on the cards next, but it depends on what you want ultimately.

What will Squilbo cost?

We really want to make Squilbo affordable to those that could benefit from it. We're working on a pricing story for freelancers, web shops, enterprises and web hosting companies. Finding a price to suite is difficult, but we're working on it!

When will Squilbo be available to buy?

June/July 2008 is the plan, and we're still on course.

Where did the name come from?

Squilbo is founded by Tobin Harris, the guy who wrote Sql Buddy many years ago. We were going to call it SqlBuddy Online, but that was a bit of a mouth full. So, we played with the idea of SQL-BO, Sequelbo, and finally arrived at Squilbo!