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database-design

Guide database design decisions across PostgreSQL, Neon, Turso, and SQLite.

1|Updated Feb 19, 2026
Search Tags:#performance#schema design#database#postgresql#migrations#orm
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Skill: database-design
Source: https://github.com/danilomartinelli/cursor-kit/tree/main/skills/database-design
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/danilomartinelli/cursor-kit --skill database-design-danilomartinelli

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

๐Ÿ’ก This Skill requires python3, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill guides users through the complex process of database design, helping them make informed decisions about database selection, schema design, indexing, and ORM choices to ensure performance and maintainability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Database Selection: Provides decision trees and comparisons for choosing between PostgreSQL, Neon, Turso, SQLite, and others based on project requirements.
  • ORM Selection: Offers guidance on selecting the right ORM (Drizzle, Prisma, Kysely) based on deployment needs and developer experience.
  • Schema Design: Covers normalization, primary key strategies, timestamp conventions, and relationship types.
  • Performance Tuning: Includes principles for indexing, query optimization, and understanding the N+1 problem.
  • Migration Strategy: Outlines safe migration practices for zero-downtime changes.

Quick Start

Use the database-design skill to help choose between PostgreSQL and Neon for a new web application.

Frequently Asked Questions about database-design

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I choose between PostgreSQL, Neon, Turso, and SQLite for my application?โ–ผ

Choosing between PostgreSQL, Neon, Turso, and SQLite depends on your project requirements. This guidance provides decision trees and comparisons to help you select the right database system based on deployment needs and scale.

What is the best way to design a database schema and normalization strategy?โ–ผ

Database schema design requires careful normalization, primary key strategies, and timestamp conventions. This resource covers relationship types and indexing strategies to ensure your database maintains performance and maintainability.

How do I select the right ORM between Drizzle, Prisma, and Kysely?โ–ผ

Selecting the right ORM between Drizzle, Prisma, and Kysely depends on your deployment needs and developer experience. This guidance offers comparisons to help you choose the best ORM for your specific stack.

How do I identify and solve the N+1 query problem in my ORM?โ–ผ

The N+1 query problem occurs when an ORM executes individual queries for related records. This resource provides query optimization techniques and indexing principles to identify and resolve these performance bottlenecks.

How do I perform zero-downtime database migrations safely?โ–ผ

Zero-downtime database migrations require safe practices to avoid disrupting active users. This resource outlines specific migration strategies to ensure schema changes are applied safely without service interruption.

Can I validate my Prisma schema files against best practices using Python?โ–ผ

Yes, you can validate Prisma schema files using a Python script. This tool checks your schema against common issues and best practices, requiring only Python3 to run the validation process.

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