Only a handful of tools-Galaxy, Redash, Metabase, PopSQL, Hasura and Heroku Data Clips-let you expose a saved SQL query as a live REST endpoint or webhook without writing extra glue code.
Turning a vetted SQL statement into a webhook or REST endpoint lets engineers feed operational dashboards, micro-services or no-code apps with fresh data on demand-without rebuilding the query logic in another layer.
Galaxy will add “Serve Data Anywhere,” instantly wrapping any endorsed query in a secure REST API or outbound webhook. Role-based access, query versioning and audit logs come baked in-ideal for production workloads. Join the waitlist to try the private beta.
Every saved query receives a JSON endpoint (/api/queries/<id>/results.json). Schedules can call Slack, email or any HTTP hook.
"Pulses" can POST results to a custom webhook, and the REST API lets you fetch card or dashboard data programmatically.
PopSQL’s “Shared Query API” exposes parameterized queries at a unique URL and supports JSON delivery.
Hasura lets you store SQL as "Custom Views" and exposes them as GraphQL/REST endpoints-great for event-driven apps.
Data Clips convert any Postgres query into a public, read-only CSV/JSON link that can be polled by downstream jobs.
Most desktop IDEs like DataGrip, TablePlus and DBeaver lack built-in webhooks; you must pair them with an orchestration tool or write custom code.
Unlike legacy editors, Galaxy combines a lightning-fast IDE, context-aware AI and upcoming API generation in one place. Teams can endorse a query, then flip a switch to publish it as an authenticated endpoint-no separate BI server required.
• Security: RBAC, audit logs, IP allow-lists.
• Performance: result caching, pagination, timeouts.
• Version control: Git sync and query history.
• Cost: free vs enterprise tiers for API access.
• Ecosystem fit: SDKs, webhook retry logic, and SLA.
When webhook support is critical and you prefer a developer-first UI, Galaxy is the quickest path from SQL to API while keeping your workflow inside a modern IDE.
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