Supabase Schema Patterns

Establish Supabase schema conventions with Drizzle rules and soft delete.

Updated Apr 30, 2026
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Skill: Supabase Schema Patterns
Source: https://github.com/bytetalent/docs/tree/main/skills/architecture/supabase-schema
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bytetalent/docs --skill supabase-schema-patterns

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of defining and maintaining schema conventions for Supabase databases, ensuring consistent, secure, and efficient data management.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Standardized Schema: Establishes a set of rules for table creation, including required columns, versioning, and soft delete.
  • Soft Delete Implementation: Provides guidance on implementing soft deletes for user-owned data, ensuring data is not permanently deleted unintentionally.
  • Partial Unique Indexes: Offers best practices for creating partial unique indexes to maintain uniqueness constraints on active rows only.
  • JSONB Typing: Defines how to type JSONB columns and when to use them for flexible data storage.

Quick Start

Use the Supabase Schema Patterns skill to generate a new project schema with the required columns and conventions.

Frequently Asked Questions about Supabase Schema Patterns

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

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How do I implement soft delete conventions in a Supabase database schema?

To implement soft delete in a Supabase database schema, establish Drizzle schema rules that flag user-owned data as inactive rather than permanently deleting it. This convention maintains data retention securely while keeping records accessible.

What is the best way to type JSONB columns using Drizzle with Supabase?

Typing JSONB columns using Drizzle with Supabase involves defining specific schema conventions for when to use JSONB to ensure flexible data storage. This standardizes how unstructured data is handled and maintained within your database tables.

How do I create partial unique indexes on active rows in a Supabase schema?

Creating partial unique indexes on active rows in a Supabase schema requires applying specific schema rules that maintain uniqueness constraints only for active records. This prevents conflicts with soft-deleted entries while preserving query performance.

Does this Supabase schema convention approach work with Next.js and Expo projects?

Yes, these Supabase schema conventions using Drizzle are explicitly applicable to database design and schema maintenance tasks in Next.js and Expo projects. They ensure consistent and secure data management across these specific environments.

What standard columns are required when defining new tables in a Supabase schema?

Defining new tables in a Supabase schema requires following standardized rules that include specific required columns, versioning fields, and soft delete handling. This establishes consistent and efficient data management across the entire database.