## PostgreSQL Dump and Obfuscation Tool We are thrilled to announce the first beta release of Greenmask, an innovative open-source utility designed for PostgreSQL logical backup dumping, obfuscation, and restoration. This tool is a significant addition to the PostgreSQL "family" news, aligning with the PostgreSQL community's interest in related open-source projects.
### Key Features - **Cross-Platform Support:** Developed in Go, Greenmask is free of platform dependencies. - **Type-Safe Database Operations:** Ensures data validation and encoding, maintaining integrity. - **Transformation Validation:** Guarantees correct and maintainable data transformations. - **Partitioned Table Support:** Eases configuration for partitioned tables. - **Stateless and Backward Compatible:** Compatible with standard PostgreSQL utilities. - **Parallel Execution:** Boosts efficiency in dumping and restoration processes. - **Multiple Storage Options:** Offers support for both local and remote storage solutions. ### Use Cases - Perfect for routine backup and restoration tasks. - Aids in anonymization and data masking for staging environments and analytics. ### Our Vision - Greenmask aims to be a key component in managing obfuscation processes, with plans for a future UI-based solution. ### Compatibility - Compatible with PostgreSQL version 11 and higher. ### Community Participation As this is a beta release, we highly value feedback and suggestions from the PostgreSQL community. Your insights and testing are crucial for enhancing Greenmask's robustness and utility. ### Useful Links - [Documentation](https://greenmask.io/) - [Release on GitHub](https://github.com/GreenmaskIO/greenmask/releases/tag/v0.1.0-beta) - [Email Support](mailto:supp...@greenmask.io)
