drizzle-orm

Manage database schemas and queries with a type-safe SQL ORM for TypeScript.

7|Updated Mar 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Cobalt-Money/Cobalt --skill drizzle-orm-cobalt-money
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Skill: drizzle-orm
Source: https://github.com/Cobalt-Money/Cobalt/tree/main/.agents/skills/drizzle-orm
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Cobalt-Money/Cobalt --skill drizzle-orm-cobalt-money

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This skill addresses the complexity of database interactions in TypeScript applications by providing a type-safe, zero-runtime-overhead ORM that bridges the gap between SQL and object-oriented code.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Type-Safe Queries: Ensures database operations are validated against your schema at compile time.
  • Schema Management: Simplifies complex database definitions, relations, and migrations.
  • Use Case: Use this skill to build a robust backend for a financial application where you need to perform complex joins, aggregations, and transactions while maintaining strict type safety for your user and transaction data.

Quick Start

Use the drizzle-orm skill to generate a new database schema definition for a users table with email and name fields.

Frequently Asked Questions about drizzle-orm

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get compile-time type safety for SQL queries in a TypeScript backend?

Compile-time type safety for SQL queries is achieved by using an ORM that validates database operations against your schema at compile time. This approach ensures zero-runtime overhead while bridging SQL and object-oriented code.

Does this TypeScript ORM support PostgreSQL, MySQL, and SQLite environments?

Yes, this TypeScript ORM fully supports managing database schemas and queries across PostgreSQL, MySQL, and SQLite environments. It facilitates complex data operations including joins, transactions, and migrations within these systems.

How do I define a database schema and manage migrations in TypeScript?

Defining a database schema and managing migrations in TypeScript involves using an ORM interface that simplifies complex database definitions and relations. You can generate schema definitions for tables with specific fields to structure your data.

Can I use a type-safe SQL ORM in serverless and edge runtimes?

Yes, you can use a type-safe SQL ORM in serverless and edge runtimes if it satisfies requirements for zero-runtime overhead and compile-time type inference. This ensures optimal performance in distributed environments.

What's the best way to perform complex joins and transactions with strict type safety?

The best way to perform complex joins and transactions with strict type safety is using an ORM that validates operations against your schema. This is ideal for applications like financial systems requiring robust data integrity.

Why does my TypeScript database ORM introduce runtime overhead during queries?

Runtime overhead during queries occurs when an ORM lacks compile-time type inference and adds execution weight. Switching to a zero-runtime overhead ORM eliminates this by shifting validation entirely to compile time.