How to Build Your Own Neon

Create custom database roles with specific permissions and ownership.

Audit logs for connection attempts, user actions, and administrative changes.

Data encrypted at rest using industry-standard encryption algorithms.

Restrict database access by configuring IP address allowlists.

Granular permission management with PostgreSQL roles and privileges.

Command-line interface for managing projects, branches, and connections.

Create instant database branches for testing and development without duplicating data.

Clone entire databases instantly for testing, staging, and migration purposes.

Create and manage multiple compute endpoints with different configurations.

Visual schema editor and migration tools for managing database structure.

Automatic adjustment of compute resources based on workload demands.

Built-in PgBouncer for efficient connection management and reduced latency.

New databases are ready to use in seconds without initialization delay.

Deploy databases across multiple geographic regions for latency optimization.

Create read-only replicas in different regions for improved query performance.

Access to PostgreSQL extensions including pgvector, PostGIS, and custom extensions.

Advanced full-text search capabilities with PostgreSQL built-in features.

Native JSONB data type with indexing and query capabilities.

Latest PostgreSQL versions with access to modern extensions and features.

Full ACID transaction support for data consistency and reliability.

REST API for programmatic management of databases and compute resources.

Pre-configured connection strings for popular frameworks and languages.

Stream changes from Neon to external databases or applications in real-time.

Trigger webhooks on database events like compute scaling or branch operations.

Set up alerts for resource limits, performance issues, and quota thresholds.

Real-time monitoring of compute usage, connections, and database performance.

AI-powered insights into slow queries and optimization recommendations.

Detailed analytics on storage, compute hours, and data transfer.

Active community forums and Discord channel for peer support and discussions.

Comprehensive guides and API documentation for integration and development.

Priority email and chat support with faster response times.

Daily automated backups with 7-day retention for free tier, extended for paid plans.

Restore database to any point in time with point-in-time recovery.