Data Formulator - AI Developer Tools Tool

Overview

Data Formulator is an open-source tool from Microsoft that transforms data and creates rich visualizations using AI. It can load data from MySQL, PostgreSQL, Azure, and Amazon S3, provides an interactive drag-and-drop chart builder, and uses AI agents to generate SQL for dynamic data transformation and visualization.

Key Features

  • AI-powered SQL generation for data transformation
  • Interactive drag-and-drop chart builder
  • Connects to MySQL, PostgreSQL, Azure, and Amazon S3
  • Create rich, dynamic visualizations from transformed data
  • Open-source project maintained by Microsoft

Ideal Use Cases

  • Rapidly prototype data visualizations and dashboards
  • Generate SQL queries for complex transformations
  • Explore and analyze cloud-hosted datasets
  • Bridge non-SQL users to database-driven insights
  • Build repeatable data transformation workflows

Getting Started

  • Clone the repository from GitHub.
  • Install project dependencies and follow README instructions.
  • Connect one or more data sources (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Azure, S3).
  • Use the drag-and-drop interface to design charts and layouts.
  • Invoke AI agents to generate or refine SQL transformations.

Pricing

No pricing information provided. The project is open-source; hosting or commercial costs are not specified.

Key Information

  • Category: Developer Tools
  • Type: AI Developer Tools Tool