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jet-bridge

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.

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Source: GitHub — github.com/jet-admin/jet-bridge

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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.

Quickstart

Get the jet-bridge source

Clone the repository and explore it locally.

terminalbash

1git clone https://github.com/jet-admin/jet-bridge.git2cd jet-bridge3# follow the project's README for install & configuration

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Best use cases

Rapid Admin Panel for Startups

Small to mid-stage companies needing a functional back-office without building from scratch. Install Jet Bridge, point it at your database, and access a full CRUD interface immediately through the Jet Admin SaaS frontend.

Multi-Database Legacy System Integration

Organizations with diverse database backends (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, BigQuery, Snowflake, etc.) can use a single admin interface. Jet Bridge abstracts database differences through a unified REST API.

Data Privacy-Sensitive Operations

Deployments where data must never leave your infrastructure. Jet Bridge runs on your server; data flows directly from your database to the user's browser, bypassing Jet Admin's cloud services.

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

Security considerations

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.

Software development agency

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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

Does Jet Admin (the SaaS) have access to my data?

No. Data is transmitted directly from your database (via Jet Bridge) to your browser. Jet Admin's cloud service does not see or store your data, only the interface configuration.

Can I self-host Jet Admin, or must I use the SaaS?

Jet Admin's frontend is SaaS-only; it is hosted and maintained by Jet Admin. Only Jet Bridge (the backend API layer) is self-hosted open-source.

What databases does Jet Bridge support?

14+ SQL databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, SQLite, Oracle, MS SQL Server, BigQuery, Snowflake, Firebird, Sybase, CockroachDB, AWS Athena, ClickHouse, and Databricks.

Is Python 2.7 support safe for production?

Python 2.7 reached EOL in January 2020. If your Jet Bridge deployment requires Python 2.7, consider upgrading to 3.4+ for security patches and long-term stability.

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