NUKnightLab/sql-mysteries resource
Inspired by @veltman's command-line mystery, use SQL to research clues and find out whodunit! observed · 2026-08-28
Health v2 · maintenance only
39/100
- Activity 16
- Release rhythm 35
- Longevity 100
Flags: no_releases
How is this computed?
round(0.45*activity + 0.35*rhythm + 0.20*longevity); archived -> min(score, 10) — computed 2026-09-02. Adoption (stars, forks) is never an input.
- gap_med: n/a
- age_days: 3150
- days_rel: n/a
- days_push: 506
- n_releases_24m: 0
Adoption not part of the score
2189 stars · 313 forks observed · 2026-08-28
What it is AI-extracted, prompt v1, taxonomy v1, 2026-08-30, confidence not recorded
SQL Murder Mystery is an interactive game and self-directed lesson where players use SQL queries against a SQLite database to solve a fictional murder. It can be played in the browser or downloaded as a database file to solve locally with any SQL environment.
Use cases
- learn sql basics through a fun game
- practice writing sql queries
- teach sql to beginners in a classroom
- find a hands-on sql exercise for experienced users
- solve a detective puzzle using database queries
When to choose
- you want an engaging, gamified way to learn or practice SQL
- you need a ready-made classroom exercise with beginner and experienced tracks
- you want to practice querying a realistic SQLite database
When to avoid
- you need comprehensive SQL training beyond basic SELECT and JOIN queries
- you want production database tooling rather than a learning game
Facets
learning-resource · maturity stable
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1 source
- readme: https://github.com/NUKnightLab/sql-mysteries · fetched 2026-08-28 · 46f113b2ba12
Member repositories
| Repository | Role | Health v2 |
|---|---|---|
| NUKnightLab/sql-mysteries | main | 39 |
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