supabase-db

Explain PostgreSQL database design conventions for Supabase projects.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
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Skill: supabase-db
Source: https://github.com/ninyawee/dotfiles/tree/main/dot_claude/saved_skills/supabase-db
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ninyawee/dotfiles --skill supabase-db

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a clear overview of PostgreSQL conventions specifically tailored for Supabase projects, helping developers maintain consistency and understand best practices for database design.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Database Design Principles: Learn about consistency, self-documenting names, and type safety.
  • Tight-Fit Design Philosophy: Understand when to add columns and when to avoid speculative additions.
  • Standard Table Structure: See a template for creating tables with essential fields like id, created_at, and updated_at.
  • Use Case: A new developer joins a Supabase project and needs to quickly understand the established database schema conventions and how to add new tables following best practices.

Quick Start

Provide an overview of PostgreSQL conventions for Supabase projects.

Frequently Asked Questions about supabase-db

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

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What are the standard PostgreSQL conventions for Supabase database design?

Standard PostgreSQL conventions for Supabase focus on consistency, self-documenting names, and type safety to ensure maintainable schemas. They provide a clear template for creating tables with essential fields like id, created_at, and updated_at.

How do I structure a new table schema in Supabase?

To structure a new table schema in Supabase, follow a tight-fit design philosophy using a standard template. Include essential fields like id, created_at, and updated_at, and only add specific columns like deleted_at or metadata when explicitly needed.

When should I add metadata or deleted_at columns to a PostgreSQL table?

You should add metadata or deleted_at columns to a PostgreSQL table only when needed, adhering to a tight-fit design philosophy. This approach avoids speculative column additions, keeping the database schema efficient and maintainable.

What is tight-fit design philosophy in PostgreSQL schema creation?

Tight-fit design philosophy in PostgreSQL schema creation dictates when to add columns and when to avoid speculative additions. It ensures database design remains efficient by preventing unnecessary fields from cluttering the table structure.

Does Supabase require specific naming conventions for PostgreSQL database schemas?

Supabase PostgreSQL conventions emphasize consistency and self-documenting names for database schemas. This naming approach ensures that the database structure remains maintainable and easily understood by new developers joining the project.

Can I use these PostgreSQL conventions to maintain type safety in Supabase projects?

Yes, these PostgreSQL conventions maintain type safety in Supabase projects by establishing standard table structures. They help developers understand established database schema conventions and add new tables following best practices for consistency.