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| Developer(s) | HK-Software |
|---|---|
| Initial release | 2000 |
| Stable release | 2025
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| Written in | Delphi |
| Operating system | Microsoft Windows, Linux with wine |
| Type | Database development tool |
| License | Commercial / Freeware (Personal Edition) |
| Website | www.ibexpert.net |
IBExpert is an integrated development environment (IDE) for the Firebird and InterBase database management systems. It is developed by the company IBExpert Ltd and is aimed at developers, administrators, and database architects.
History
[edit]IBExpert was first released in 2000. Development began as a response to the increasing use of InterBase and the emerging open-source fork, Firebird. The goal was to provide a powerful, specialized tool for developing and managing these databases. The software has been continuously developed and improved since then.
Features
[edit]IBExpert offers a wide range of features for working with Firebird and InterBase databases, including:
- Database design and modeling
- SQL editor with syntax highlighting and auto-completion
- Stored procedure and trigger debugger
- Backup and restore tools
- Visual query builder
- User and privilege management
- Support for triggers, procedures, generators, domains
- Database replication and comparison
- Data import/export in various formats
- Script-based automation via IBEScript
- Performance analysis and monitoring
Editions and Licensing
[edit]IBExpert is available in several editions. The Personal Edition is also free for commercial use. Fully functional commercial licenses are available for professional use, including single-user and multi-user licenses with extended features and technical support.
System Requirements
[edit]IBExpert runs on Microsoft Windows and supports Firebird versions from 1.5 onwards, as well as InterBase versions from 6.0. The software does not require a separate server installation and can directly access local or remote databases.
Usage and Adoption
[edit]IBExpert is widely used in Europe, South America, and Asia. It is popular among developers and companies working with Firebird or InterBase, and is considered one of the most comprehensive tools for these platforms.
Alternatives
[edit]- FlameRobin
- DBeaver (with Firebird plugin)
- Database Workbench
- EMS SQL Manager for InterBase/Firebird
- isql (command-line tool)
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