DuckDB and WebAssembly = WhatTheDuck
WhatTheDuck is a browser-based tool for running DuckDB using WebAssembly, allowing users to analyze data quickly and privately by uploading CSV files and executing SQL queries without local installations.
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WhatTheDuck is a new tool that allows users to run DuckDB, a database management system, directly in their web browser using WebAssembly. This approach eliminates the need for local installations and dependencies, making it easier to perform quick data analysis. Users can upload multiple CSV files, execute SQL queries, and visualize data through bar and scatter charts, all while ensuring that no data leaves the browser, thus maintaining privacy. WhatTheDuck is designed for efficiency and speed, making it suitable for users who need to analyze data quickly without the complexity of traditional database setups. It is accessible online and can also be run locally as an open-source project, available for download from its GitHub repository or as a Docker image. The author expresses a preference for this browser-based solution over traditional local setups due to its ease of use and privacy features.
- WhatTheDuck enables running DuckDB in the browser using WebAssembly.
- Users can upload CSV files, run SQL queries, and visualize data without local installations.
- The tool ensures data privacy by keeping all operations within the browser.
- It is open-source and can be run locally or accessed online.
- The author highlights the ease of use and efficiency of WhatTheDuck for quick data analysis.
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