query-builder

Convert natural language questions into executable SQL queries against a database schema.

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One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/clidey/whodb --skill query-builder-clidey
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Skill: query-builder
Source: https://github.com/clidey/whodb/tree/main/cli/external-plugin/whodb/skills/query-builder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/clidey/whodb --skill query-builder-clidey

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill converts natural language questions into executable SQL queries against the database schema, enabling non-technical users to perform data analysis.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Schema-aware NL to SQL translation that maps entities and attributes to tables and columns.
  • Generates SELECT queries with optional JOINs, WHERE filters, GROUP BY, HAVING, ORDER BY, and LIMIT.
  • Safe defaults and guardrails to prevent destructive operations and oversized results.
  • Use Case: Ask "Show top 5 customers by total spend" to retrieve a ranked list from your analytics schema.

Quick Start

Use the query-builder skill to translate a plain-English request like 'Show orders over $100 last month' into an executable SQL statement.

Frequently Asked Questions about query-builder

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert natural language to SQL queries for ad-hoc analytics?▼

To convert natural language to SQL queries, you can use a schema-aware NL-to-SQL tool that maps plain English requests to database tables and columns, generating executable statements for ad-hoc analytics and reporting.

Can I use natural language to SQL generation for complex queries with JOINs and GROUP BY?▼

Yes, natural language to SQL translation supports generating SELECT queries with optional JOINs, WHERE filters, GROUP BY, HAVING, ORDER BY, and LIMIT clauses to retrieve date-filtered results or ranked lists directly from your database schema.

Does NL-to-SQL generation include safeguards to prevent destructive database operations?▼

NL-to-SQL generation includes safe defaults and guardrails designed to prevent destructive operations and oversized results, ensuring that schema-aware parsing only produces secure data retrieval statements for non-technical users.

What is the best way to generate SQL from plain English for data exploration?▼

The best way to generate SQL from plain English for data exploration is using a schema-aware parser that maps entities and attributes to tables and columns, translating requests like 'Show top 5 customers by total spend' into executable queries.

Do I need to provide a database schema for natural language to SQL translation?▼

Schema-aware NL-to-SQL translation requires defining your database schema so the parser can accurately map natural language entities and attributes to the correct tables and columns before generating an executable SQL statement.