mcdview
mcdview a model file — SQL, pgModeler, Prisma, MySQL Workbench and a dozen other formats — and get an interactive ER diagram, shareable through a single link.
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What is mcdview?
mcdview is a database schema visualization tool that converts SQL and model files (Prisma, MySQL Workbench, pgModeler, etc.) into interactive, shareable diagrams. It supports both ephemeral links (7-day expiry) and stable CI/CD-integrated links regenerated on each build.
mcdview pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
mcdview pros
- Supports 8+ database model formats (SQL, Prisma, MySQL Workbench, pgModeler, etc.)
- Drag-and-drop interface with direct SQL paste option
- Shareable interactive diagrams via simple links
- CI/CD integration via API with stable links
- No setup required—works entirely through browser
mcdview cons
- 5 MB file size limit
- Ephemeral links only persist for 7 days
- Requires GitHub/GitLab sign-in to manage saved diagrams
- No pricing information visible—free tier scope unclear
Frequently asked questions about mcdview
What database formats does mcdview support?
SQL, pgModeler (.dbm), MySQL Workbench (.mwb), DBML, Prisma, Ruby (.rb), Mermaid (.mmd), and TypeScript (.ts) formats.
Can I use mcdview in CI/CD pipelines?
Yes, via the API with stable links that regenerate the diagram on every build.
How long do shared diagrams last?
Ephemeral links expire after 7 days. Stable links (via API/CI) persist indefinitely and update on each build.
What is the maximum file size?
5 MB per file or uploaded model.