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Jet Bridge is an open-source Python application that generates a REST API from your SQL database, connecting it to Jet Admin—a SaaS admin panel builder. It supports 14+ database types and enables rapid back-office creation without code, with customization through WYSIWYG interface design and optional custom components.
Key facts
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Repository | jet-admin/jet-bridge |
| Owner | jet-admin |
| Primary language | Python |
| License | MIT — OSI-approved |
| Stars | 1.8k |
| Forks | 168 |
| Open issues | 11 |
| Latest release | Unknown |
| Last updated | 2026-06-15 |
| Source | https://github.com/jet-admin/jet-bridge |
What jet-bridge is
Jet Bridge is a Python-based REST API gateway that introspects SQL database schemas and exposes CRUD operations, filtering, segmentation, and custom actions. It acts as a secure intermediary between a SaaS frontend (Jet Admin) and your database, with no direct cloud access to your data.
Get the jet-bridge source
Clone the repository and explore it locally.
git clone https://github.com/jet-admin/jet-bridge.gitcd jet-bridge# follow the project's README for install & configurationNeed it deployed, integrated, or customized instead? DEV.co ships production installs.
Best use cases
Implementation considerations
- Requires Python environment setup and dependency management; test on your target Python version (2.7 or 3.4+) and note EOL for Python 2.7.
- Database connectivity must be configured securely; ensure credentials are injected via environment variables or secure secret management, not hardcoded.
- Jet Admin SaaS account creation is mandatory—evaluate subscription costs, terms, and vendor lock-in before committing.
- REST API is auto-generated from schema introspection; review generated endpoints for security (e.g., exposed admin operations, mass-assignment risks) before production.
- Custom Fields, Views, and Actions require JavaScript/React knowledge; budget for developer time if extending beyond out-of-the-box features.
When to avoid it — and what to weigh
- Heavy Custom Business Logic Requirements — If your admin interface requires deeply embedded application logic beyond CRUD, filtering, and dashboards, Jet Bridge's standard features may be limiting. Custom actions exist but Flex features require additional development.
- No Python or Server Infrastructure — Jet Bridge requires Python 2.7 or 3.4+ and server-side deployment. Teams without Python expertise or unwilling to manage another service should consider managed alternatives.
- Strict, Offline-First Requirements — The frontend (Jet Admin) is a SaaS application hosted by Jet Admin. While data privacy is preserved, the interface itself requires cloud connectivity and cannot be self-hosted or run fully offline.
- Highly Specialized UI/UX Needs — While WYSIWYG customization exists, projects requiring pixel-perfect custom branding or domain-specific visualization may need a purpose-built admin tool or custom React/Vue app instead.
License & commercial use
Jet Bridge is licensed under the MIT License, a permissive OSI-approved license allowing commercial use, modification, and distribution with minimal restrictions. Attribution is appreciated but not required.
MIT License permits commercial use of Jet Bridge itself without license fees. However, the Jet Admin SaaS frontend (which Jet Bridge connects to) is a commercial service with its own pricing and terms; review Jet Admin's subscription model separately. No commercial support or SLAs for Jet Bridge are mentioned in the provided data.
DEV.co evaluation signals
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| Signal | Assessment |
|---|---|
| Maintenance | Active |
| Documentation | Adequate |
| License clarity | Clear |
| Deployment complexity | Low |
| DEV.co fit | Good |
| Assessment confidence | High |
Jet Bridge runs on your infrastructure, reducing cloud exposure of raw data. However, verify: (1) REST API endpoints generated do not expose unintended administrative operations, (2) database credentials are never logged or exposed in Jet Admin's cloud logs, (3) TLS/HTTPS is enforced for communication between Jet Bridge and browser, (4) input validation prevents SQL injection or NoSQL injection through filters and custom SQL segments, (5) authentication and authorization are correctly enforced on all endpoints. Security audit of the auto-generated API is recommended before production use.
Alternatives to consider
Django Jet (legacy)
Jet Bridge is explicitly a remake of Django Jet. If you use Django, Django Jet may still be viable but Jet Bridge is the newer, technology-agnostic successor.
Retool
SaaS platform for rapid internal tool building; no self-hosted REST API layer needed. Requires vendor lock-in but offers hosted infrastructure and no server management.
Metabase or Superset
Open-source BI/dashboard tools with database introspection. Less suited for CRUD operations but excellent for analytics and dashboards; can be self-hosted.
Build on jet-bridge with DEV.co software developers
Evaluate your database schema compatibility and Python environment, then follow the installation guide at https://app.jetadmin.io/projects/create. Start with a non-production instance and review security hardening before going live.
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jet-bridge FAQ
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Is Python 2.7 support safe for production?
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Ready to Deploy Jet Bridge?
Evaluate your database schema compatibility and Python environment, then follow the installation guide at https://app.jetadmin.io/projects/create. Start with a non-production instance and review security hardening before going live.