Which is Better Node.js ORM Libraries?
prisma vs waterline

Node.js ORM, or Object-Relational Mapping, is a programming technique that simplifies database interaction in Node.js applications. It enables developers to work with databases using JavaScript or TypeScript objects instead of raw SQL queries. This approach abstracts the complexities of database operations, allowing for a more object-oriented coding style. With features like cross-database compatibility, schema management, query building, and middleware support, Node.js ORM libraries, such as Mongoose, Prisma, Knex, Sequelize, TypeORM, Objection, Bookshelf, and Waterline, provide a convenient and consistent way to model, query, and manage data in various database systems, catering to different project needs and preferences in the Node.js ecosystem.

Package	Weekly Downloads	Github Stars	Open Issues	Last Commit	License

prisma	1,967,173	37,060	3,047	a day ago	Apache License 2.0
waterline	23,021	5,417	32	a year ago	MIT License

Featuresprismawaterline
 
 
 
SizePrisma is moderately sized, offering a comprehensive set of features for various databases.
Waterline is lightweight, designed to be a flexible data abstraction layer with a smaller footprint.
ConsistencyPrisma offers strong schema consistency and validation for various databases.
Waterline provides a schema-agnostic approach, allowing dynamic data models for NoSQL databases.
MutabilityPrisma supports schema changes, making it adaptable to evolving application requirements.
Waterline allows dynamic schema changes, making it suitable for projects with changing data structures.
LocalizationPrisma does not include built-in support for localization but can be extended using custom logic.
Waterline does not natively support localization but can be extended using custom code.
ExtensibilityPrisma is extensible through custom connectors, plugins, and the ability to write custom queries.
Waterline is extensible, allowing developers to create custom adapters and extend core functionality.
MaintenancePrisma is actively maintained with regular updates and a growing community.
Waterline is maintained, with updates occurring to address issues and improve compatibility.
PopularPrisma has gained popularity for its modern features and ease of use.
Waterline is known in certain communities and is chosen for its simplicity and flexibility.
Learning CurvePrisma has a moderate learning curve, but its modern features can accelerate development.
Waterline has a low to moderate learning curve, suitable for developers aiming for simplicity.
EcosystemPrisma has a growing ecosystem with support for various databases and community-contributed plugins.
Waterline has a niche ecosystem with support for various databases and community-contributed adapters.

Features	prisma	waterline

Size	Prisma is moderately sized, offering a comprehensive set of features for various databases.	Waterline is lightweight, designed to be a flexible data abstraction layer with a smaller footprint.
Consistency	Prisma offers strong schema consistency and validation for various databases.	Waterline provides a schema-agnostic approach, allowing dynamic data models for NoSQL databases.
Mutability	Prisma supports schema changes, making it adaptable to evolving application requirements.	Waterline allows dynamic schema changes, making it suitable for projects with changing data structures.
Localization	Prisma does not include built-in support for localization but can be extended using custom logic.	Waterline does not natively support localization but can be extended using custom code.
Extensibility	Prisma is extensible through custom connectors, plugins, and the ability to write custom queries.	Waterline is extensible, allowing developers to create custom adapters and extend core functionality.
Maintenance	Prisma is actively maintained with regular updates and a growing community.	Waterline is maintained, with updates occurring to address issues and improve compatibility.
Popular	Prisma has gained popularity for its modern features and ease of use.	Waterline is known in certain communities and is chosen for its simplicity and flexibility.
Learning Curve	Prisma has a moderate learning curve, but its modern features can accelerate development.	Waterline has a low to moderate learning curve, suitable for developers aiming for simplicity.
Ecosystem	Prisma has a growing ecosystem with support for various databases and community-contributed plugins.	Waterline has a niche ecosystem with support for various databases and community-contributed adapters.

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Prisma

Quickstart • Website • Docs • Examples • Blog • Slack • Discord • Twitter

What is Prisma?

Prisma is a next-generation ORM that consists of these tools:

Prisma Client: Auto-generated and type-safe query builder for Node.js & TypeScript
Prisma Migrate: Declarative data modeling & migration system
Prisma Studio: GUI to view and edit data in your database

Prisma Client can be used in any Node.js or TypeScript backend application (including serverless applications and microservices). This can be a REST API, a GraphQL API a gRPC API, or anything else that needs a database.

Getting started

The fastest way to get started with Prisma is by following the Quickstart (5 min).

The Quickstart is based on a preconfigured SQLite database. You can also get started with your own database (PostgreSQL and MySQL) by following one of these guides:

Community

Prisma has a large and supportive community of enthusiastic application developers. You can join us on Slack, Discord, and here on GitHub.

Security

If you have a security issue to report, please contact us at security@prisma.io.

Support

Ask a question about Prisma

You can ask questions and initiate discussions about Prisma-related topics in the prisma repository on GitHub.

👉 Ask a question

Create a bug report for Prisma

If you see an error message or run into an issue, please make sure to create a bug report! You can find best practices for creating bug reports (like including additional debugging output) in the docs.

👉 Create bug report

Submit a feature request

If Prisma currently doesn't have a certain feature, be sure to check out the roadmap to see if this is already planned for the future.

If the feature on the roadmap is linked to a GitHub issue, please make sure to leave a +1 on the issue and ideally a comment with your thoughts about the feature!

👉 Submit feature request

Contributing

Refer to our contribution guidelines and Code of Conduct for contributors.

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