Kexi como alternativa Linux a Microsoft Access
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Nuestra opinión
Kexi can replace Microsoft Access for many small‑to‑medium desktop database projects that rely on visual design, forms, reports, and basic scripting. It is best suited for users who prefer a free, open‑source solution and who are comfortable with KDE tools. However, it lacks some of Access’s advanced features such as built‑in VBA, tight integration with other Microsoft Office products, and the same level of support for complex enterprise workflows. For hobbyists, students, or small businesses that need a cross‑platform, scriptable database, Kexi is a solid choice.
- Licencia
- GPL-2.0+
- Precio
- Gratis
- Última versión
- 3.2.0
- Valoración
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Lo que funciona igual
- Visual table and form designer
- SQL query builder
- Report generation
- Import from CSV and other databases
- Support for scripting (Python/JavaScript)
Lo que cambia
- No native VBA or Office integration
- Limited support for complex macros and event handling
- No built‑in data encryption or advanced security models
- No direct support for Access‑specific features like linked tables or replication
- Requires manual setup of PostgreSQL/SQLite connections
Abrir tus archivos de Microsoft Access
Kexi does not natively open Microsoft Access (.mdb/.accdb) files. Users must export data from Access to a format such as CSV or use an ODBC bridge to read the database, then import into Kexi. Exporting from Kexi to Access is also not supported; data must be exported to a common format and then imported into Access if needed.
Pasar de Microsoft Access a Kexi, paso a paso
- Export Access tables to CSV or use an ODBC export to SQLite/PostgreSQL.
- Create a new Kexi project and import the CSV files into corresponding tables.
- Rebuild forms and reports in Kexi using its visual designer.
- Recreate queries and scripts, translating VBA logic to Python or JavaScript.
- Test data integrity and application logic before decommissioning Access.
Funciones clave de Kexi
- Diseñador visual de tablas y formularios
- Constructor de consultas con soporte SQL
- Herramienta de creación de informes
- Importación desde CSV y otras bases de datos
- Soporte para scripts incrustados en Python o JavaScript
- Soporte nativo para SQLite y PostgreSQL
- Multiplataforma: funciona en Linux, Windows
Cómo instalar Kexi en Linux
sudo apt install kexisudo apt install kexisudo dnf install kexiPreguntas frecuentes
Does Kexi support VBA macros from Access?
No, Kexi uses Python or JavaScript for scripting. VBA code must be rewritten in one of these languages.
Can I run Kexi on Windows?
Yes, Kexi is cross‑platform and available for Windows, but it is primarily developed for Linux.
Is Kexi suitable for large enterprise databases?
Kexi is best for small to medium projects. For large enterprise deployments, a dedicated server‑based DBMS like PostgreSQL or MySQL with a separate front‑end is recommended.