athenacli ☆
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Description:
CLI tool for AWS Athena service
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 1.6.8@8  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Databases
Tags: aws athena sql cli database
Install: brew install athenacli
About:
athenacli is a command-line interface for AWS Athena that provides a convenient and concise way to execute SQL queries and explore databases. It features auto-completion and syntax highlighting to improve productivity. The tool integrates with the AWS CLI to seamlessly use your existing credentials and configuration.
Key Features:
  • Auto-completion for keywords, tables, and columns
  • Syntax highlighting for improved readability
  • Support for multiple AWS profiles and regions
  • Formatted table output for query results
Use Cases:
  • Ad-hoc data exploration and analysis directly from the terminal
  • Running scheduled or automated SQL scripts against Athena
  • Quickly verifying data in S3-based tables without a GUI
Alternatives:
  • AWS CLI (aws athena) – The official AWS CLI is a general-purpose tool, whereas athenacli provides an interactive, REPL-like experience with query history and formatting.
  • PyAthena – A Python library for programmatic access, while athenacli is a standalone interactive client for direct command-line usage.
Version History
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