Gel is a next-generation graph-relational database (formerly EdgeDB) with a built-in migration system, expressive query language, and first-class TypeScript/Python support.
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Standard Docker Compose deployment
version: '3.8'
services:
gel:
image: gel:latest
restart: always
ports:
- "8080:8080"Gel is a modern self-hosted, privacy-first developer tools solution. Gel is a next-generation graph-relational database (formerly EdgeDB) with a built-in migration system, expressive query language, and first-class TypeScript/Python support. Built for users and teams demanding full data ownership, Gel eliminates proprietary vendor lock-in while delivering an intuitive, reliable experience.
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