Generate SQL queries from natural language descriptions. Supports BigQuery, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and other dialects. Reads database schemas from uploaded diagrams or documentation. Use when writing SQL, building data reports, exploring databases, or translating business questions into queries.
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Use sql-queries to generate an optimized [SQL dialect] query from [schema or table details] that answers [business question], with an explanation and performance notes.
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name: sql-queriesdescription: "Generate SQL queries from natural language descriptions. Supports BigQuery, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and other dialects. Reads database schemas from uploaded diagrams or documentation. Use when writing SQL, building data reports, exploring databases, or translating business questions into queries."
SQL Query Generator
Purpose
Transform natural language requirements into optimized SQL queries across multiple database platforms. This skill helps product managers, analysts, and engineers generate accurate queries without manual syntax work.
How It Works
Step 1: Understand Your Database Schema
If you provide a schema file (SQL, documentation, or diagram description), I will read and analyze it
Extract table names, column definitions, data types, and relationships
Identify primary keys, foreign keys, and indexing strategies
Step 2: Process Your Request
Clarify the exact data you need to retrieve or analyze
Confirm the SQL dialect (BigQuery, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Snowflake, etc.)
Ask for any additional requirements (filters, aggregations, sorting)
Step 3: Generate Optimized Query
Write efficient SQL that leverages your database structure
Include comments explaining complex logic
Add performance considerations for large datasets
Provide alternative approaches if applicable
Step 4: Explain and Test
Explain the query logic in plain English
Suggest how to test or validate results
Offer tips for performance optimization
If you want, generate a test script or sample data
Usage Examples
Example 1: Query from Schema File
Upload your database_schema.sql file and say:
"Generate a query to find users who signed up in the last 30 days
and had at least 5 active sessions"
Example 2: Query from Diagram Description
"Here's my database: Users table (id, email, created_at), Sessions table
(id, user_id, timestamp, duration). Generate a query for average session
duration per user in January 2026."
Example 3: Complex Analysis Query
"Create a BigQuery query to analyze our revenue by region and customer tier,
including year-over-year growth rates."
Key Capabilities
Multi-Dialect Support: Works with BigQuery, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Snowflake, SQL Server
File Reading: Reads schema files, SQL dumps, and data documentation
Query Optimization: Suggests indexes, partitioning, and performance improvements
Explanation: Breaks down queries for learning and documentation
Testing: Can generate test queries and sample data scripts
Script Execution: Create executable SQL scripts for your database
Tips for Best Results
Provide context: Share your database schema or structure
Be specific: Clearly describe what data you need and any filters
Mention database: Specify which SQL dialect you're using
Include constraints: Mention data volume, time ranges, and performance needs
Request format: Ask for the query result format if you need specific output
Output Format
You'll receive:
SQL Query: Production-ready SQL code with comments
Explanation: What the query does and how it works
Performance Notes: Optimization tips and considerations
Test Script (if requested): Sample data and validation queries