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Enterprise‑grade, web‑based data exploration and visualization platform
Superset lets analysts build interactive charts without code, run advanced SQL queries, define metrics in a lightweight semantic layer, and assemble dynamic dashboards, all while supporting any SQL‑compatible database.
Superset is a modern, web‑based data exploration and visualization platform designed for enterprise teams. It offers a no‑code chart builder for quick visual insights, a full‑featured SQL editor for advanced analysts, and a lightweight semantic layer to define reusable metrics and dimensions.
The platform connects to any SQL‑compatible datastore via Python DB‑API drivers and SQLAlchemy dialects, supporting engines such as Presto, Trino, Athena, PostgreSQL, and more. Visualizations range from basic bar charts to complex geospatial maps, all configurable through an intuitive UI. Superset includes a configurable caching layer to reduce database load, role‑based access control, and extensible authentication (LDAP, OAuth, OpenID). For automation, a RESTful API and plugin system let developers add custom visualizations or integrate with CI pipelines. Deployment options include the official Docker image, Helm chart for Kubernetes, or traditional source installation, enabling cloud‑native scaling or on‑premise hosting.
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Any database with a Python DB‑API driver and a SQLAlchemy dialect, including Presto, Trino, Athena, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Snowflake, and many others.
Superset can be run via the official Docker image, Helm chart for Kubernetes, or installed from source on any Linux environment.
Yes, the visual chart builder lets users select a dataset, choose a visualization type, and configure options through a drag‑and‑drop UI.
Superset’s plugin architecture allows developers to add new viz plugins using React and TypeScript.
Superset supports role‑based access control, LDAP, OAuth, OpenID Connect, and can integrate with external authentication providers.
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