
ElectricSQL Has a Free API: Sync PostgreSQL to the Browser in Real-Time
ElectricSQL syncs data between PostgreSQL and local-first apps — your frontend reads from a local database that stays in sync with the server automatically. Why ElectricSQL Matters Traditional apps fetch data from a server on every interaction. ElectricSQL keeps a local copy of your data that syncs automatically — instant reads, offline capability, and real-time collaboration. What you get for free: Automatic bi-directional sync between PostgreSQL and client Local-first: reads are instant (no network latency) Offline support: app works without internet, syncs when back online Real-time collaboration: changes propagate to all clients Works with existing PostgreSQL Client libraries for React, Vue, and vanilla JS Conflict resolution built in (CRDTs) React Integration import { useShape } from " @electric-sql/react " ; function TodoList () { const { data : todos } = useShape ({ url : " http://localhost:3000/v1/shape " , params : { table : " todos " , where : " completed = false " , }, }); r
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