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MySQL to TracWiki Converter

Transform MySQL database dumps into TracWiki table markup format for Trac project management and wiki pages

MySQL Input

TracWiki Output

About MySQL to TracWiki Converter

Convert MySQL database dumps (CREATE TABLE and INSERT statements) to TracWiki table markup format for use in Trac project management system. TracWiki is the wiki markup language used by Trac, a popular open-source project management and issue tracking system.

Key Features

  • Header Support: Optional header rows with ||= syntax
  • Standard Style: Readable format with spaces around cell content
  • Compact Style: Space-efficient format without extra spaces
  • Special Character Handling: Proper escaping for TracWiki syntax
  • Trac Compatible: Works with all Trac versions
  • Smart Parsing: Extracts column names and data from MySQL dumps
  • File Download: Save as .txt file

How to Use

  1. Input MySQL Data: Paste your MySQL CREATE TABLE and INSERT statements or upload a .sql file
  2. Choose Style: Select standard (with spaces) or compact (no spaces) format
  3. Configure Header: Toggle header row with ||= syntax
  4. Copy or Download: Use the Copy or Download button to save your TracWiki markup

TracWiki Syntax

  • Header Cells: ||= prefix indicates header cells
  • Data Cells: || separates cells in data rows
  • Row End: Each row ends with ||
  • Standard Style: Spaces around content for readability
  • Compact Style: No spaces for minimal markup

Example Conversion

MySQL Input:

CREATE TABLE tickets (
  id INT,
  title VARCHAR(200),
  status VARCHAR(50),
  priority VARCHAR(20)
);

INSERT INTO tickets VALUES (1, 'Fix login bug', 'Open', 'High');
INSERT INTO tickets VALUES (2, 'Update docs', 'Closed', 'Low');

TracWiki Output (Standard Style):

||= id ||= title ||= status ||= priority ||
|| 1 || Fix login bug || Open || High ||
|| 2 || Update docs || Closed || Low ||

TracWiki Output (Compact Style):

||=id||=title||=status||=priority||
||1||Fix login bug||Open||High||
||2||Update docs||Closed||Low||

Common Use Cases

  • Trac Wiki Pages: Display database tables in Trac wiki documentation
  • Ticket Descriptions: Include database data in ticket descriptions
  • Project Documentation: Document database schemas in project wikis
  • Issue Tracking: Show related data in issue comments
  • Roadmap Pages: Display feature or milestone data
  • Reports: Create custom reports with database information

Trac Integration

The generated TracWiki markup works seamlessly with Trac:

  • Wiki Pages: Use in any Trac wiki page
  • Tickets: Include tables in ticket descriptions and comments
  • Milestones: Document milestone data in milestone descriptions
  • Custom Reports: Enhance custom SQL reports with formatted tables
  • Timeline: Add context to timeline entries

Table Style Comparison

Standard Style:

  • More readable with spaces around content
  • Easier to edit manually
  • Better for complex data with varying lengths
  • Recommended for documentation

Compact Style:

  • Minimal markup without extra spaces
  • Smaller file size
  • Good for simple, short data
  • Faster to type manually

Header Row Benefits

  • Visual Distinction: Headers are typically rendered in bold
  • Semantic Meaning: Clearly identifies column purposes
  • Better Accessibility: Screen readers can identify headers
  • Professional Appearance: More polished documentation

Supported MySQL Syntax

  • CREATE TABLE: Extracts column names for table headers
  • INSERT INTO: Parses data values from INSERT statements
  • Data Types: Handles all MySQL data types (VARCHAR, INT, DECIMAL, etc.)
  • Quoted Strings: Handles single and double quotes with proper escaping

TracWiki Features

  • Simple Syntax: Easy to learn and use
  • Version Control: Trac tracks all wiki changes
  • Cross-linking: Link to tickets, changesets, and other wiki pages
  • Macros: Extend functionality with custom macros
  • Plugins: Additional features through Trac plugins

Trac Resources

  • Trac: Project management and issue tracking (trac.edgewall.org)
  • TracWiki: Complete wiki syntax reference
  • Plugins: Extensive plugin ecosystem for customization
  • Community: Active community support and documentation

Best Practices

  • Use Headers: Always include header rows for clarity
  • Choose Appropriate Style: Standard for documentation, compact for simple data
  • Keep Tables Simple: Break large tables into multiple smaller ones
  • Add Context: Include explanatory text before and after tables
  • Test Rendering: Preview tables in Trac before finalizing

Privacy & Security

All conversions happen locally in your browser. Your MySQL data is never uploaded to any server, ensuring complete privacy and security.