G8Connect
Data Source to API in Minutes
Connect any database or file, introspect the schema, and auto-generate OpenAPI specs. Every spec goes through G8Stack governance before deployment.
Supported Data Sources
From Data Source to Governed API
Six steps from connection to deployment. You generate — G8Stack governs.
Connect
Add your data source — PostgreSQL, MySQL, MSSQL, SQLite, or upload CSV/JSON/Excel files.
Introspect
G8Connect reads your schema automatically — tables, columns, data types, all detected.
Configure
Pick fields, choose HTTP methods, set filters — or let Simple Mode auto-configure everything.
PII Detection
Sensitive columns flagged automatically — passwords, IC numbers, bank details excluded by default.
Generate Spec
OpenAPI 3.1 spec generated instantly. Review it, version it, refine it before submission.
Push to G8Stack
Submit to G8Stack for governance approval. Only approved specs deploy to Kong Gateway.
Three Modes, One Output
Whether you're a non-technical user or a data scientist, G8Connect adapts to your workflow.
Simple Mode
For non-technical users
- Pick a table
- Auto-generate full CRUD spec
- Zero configuration needed
- PII auto-excluded
Guided Mode
For backend developers
- Choose fields to expose or exclude
- Select HTTP methods per endpoint
- Configure filters and pagination
- Rename fields for API consumers
- Preview with sample data
Advanced Mode
For data scientists
- Write custom SELECT queries
- JOINs, CTEs, aggregations
- Named GET endpoints
- Parameter binding to query params
- Read-only, sandboxed execution
Built for Governed Environments
Security, audit trails, and compliance built in from day one.
Encrypted Credentials
All data source credentials encrypted at rest. Never logged, never exposed in error messages, never stored in plaintext.
PII Auto-Detection
Sensitive columns like NRIC, passwords, and bank details flagged automatically and excluded from specs by default.
Full Audit Trail
Every connection, introspection, and spec generation is logged. Know who accessed what, when, and why.
Read-Only Connections
Data source connections enforced as read-only at the connector level. G8Connect never writes to your databases.
Multiple Data Sources
PostgreSQL, MySQL, MSSQL, SQLite for databases. CSV, JSON, and Excel for file-based sources — all through one interface.
Spec Versioning
Every regeneration creates a new version. Compare specs, track changes, and submit only when ready.
Speed Up Creation.
Never Skip Governance.
G8Connect generates specs. G8Stack approves them. Kong deploys them. Clear separation of concerns for teams that take API governance seriously.
Who G8Connect Is For
G8Connect adapts to different roles and industries — from platform teams to regulated enterprises.
Accelerate API Delivery
Stop writing boilerplate. Connect data sources, generate specs, and ship APIs in minutes instead of weeks.
- Auto-generate OpenAPI specs from any data source
- Built-in versioning and documentation
- Consistent API patterns across all services
- Governance workflow before deployment
Expose Data Safely
Give stakeholders API access to data without compromising security or building custom endpoints.
- File source support (CSV, JSON, Excel)
- Automatic PII detection and exclusion
- Read-only connections with audit trail
- SQL mode for complex analytical queries
Govern API Exposure
Maintain control over what data gets exposed. Every spec requires approval through your governance workflow.
- Nothing deploys without approval
- Role-based access control (4 levels)
- Full audit trail on every operation
- Encrypted credentials at rest
Stay Compliant
Built-in safeguards for industries that need strict data handling — finance, healthcare, government.
- PII auto-detection for compliance
- Immutable spec versioning for audit
- SQL whitelist parser blocks dangerous operations
- Security headers enforced on all responses
Always Open Source
The full platform is free and open source. Enterprise adds dedicated support, managed setup, and integrations.
Open Source
Full-featured, self-hosted, MIT licensed. Everything you need to generate governed APIs.
- All database & file connectors
- All 3 wizard modes
- OpenAPI 3.1 spec generation
- PII detection & auto-exclusion
- Dynamic API runtime with live CRUD
- API key authentication & rate limiting
- Role-based access control
- Immutable spec versioning
- Full audit trail
- Community support via GitHub
Enterprise
Dedicated support, managed setup, and deep integrations for organisations that need more.
- Everything in Open Source
- Dedicated setup & onboarding
- Priority support with SLA
- SSO / SAML / Keycloak integration
- G8Stack governance integration
- Kong API Gateway deployment pipeline
- Custom connector development
- Multi-org & tenant isolation
- Advanced compliance & audit reports
- On-premise deployment support
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about G8Connect.
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Ready to turn your data into APIs?
G8Connect is open source and free forever. Get started in minutes with Docker, or explore the documentation to learn more.