Start from DDL
Generate the first structure from SQL instead of rebuilding it manually.
SQL to ERD
Paste SQL. Generate the first diagram. Start understanding faster.
Use DataPilot ERD when the schema already exists in SQL and you need a usable visual starting point. Paste CREATE TABLE scripts, generate the first ERD, then refine layout, relationships, and documentation directly in the browser.
When SQL to ERD is the right workflow
- you inherited DDL and need a visual map
- you want to reverse engineer the first version quickly
- you need to explain structure to someone who does not want to read raw SQL
- you want to keep refining the model after import
Keep editing after import
The imported result is just the start. You can still refine layout, notes, and visual relationships.
Review visually with the team
Once the first diagram exists, it becomes much easier to discuss the model with reviewers.
FAQ
Can I keep editing the ERD after import?
Yes. After import you can keep refining layout, relationships, notes, and the overall diagram structure.
Is this useful for reverse engineering an existing schema?
Yes. It is designed for the moment when the schema already exists and the team needs a first visual model faster than manual redraw.
Does this work better than rebuilding the diagram manually?
For first-pass understanding, usually yes. It gives the team a starting point from real SQL instead of a blank canvas.