Vela - Access Control for the AI Era
Introducing RBAC for AI-Powered Apps on Postgres/Others
# DevOps AssistantWhat is Vela - Access Control for the AI Era?
Vela Access brings a new approach to access control, applying RBAC directly to SQL. It works with AI-generated queries, needs no code changes, and complements your database’s built-in security. Secure your data without slowing down development.
Problem
Users managing databases for AI-powered applications are struggling to securely manage AI-generated SQL queries which can lead to security vulnerabilities and development bottlenecks when relying solely on traditional database security measures.
Solution
A database security tool that enables RBAC applied directly to SQL queries, allowing users to enforce role-based permissions on AI-generated database interactions without code changes. Example: Restrict access to specific tables/columns via policies.
Customers
DevOps engineers and product developers building AI apps on PostgreSQL/other databases, particularly those prioritizing granular data access control without sacrificing development velocity.
Unique Features
RBAC enforcement at SQL level (not just database-level), compatibility with AI-generated queries, no-code policy implementation, and complementary layer to native database security.
User Comments
Simplifies RBAC for AI-driven apps
Seamless integration with existing databases
No performance overhead observed
Critical for audit compliance
Reduces manual query vetting
Traction
Launched on ProductHunt (specific metrics unavailable from provided data)
Market Size
The global access control market is projected to reach $15.2 billion by 2030 (Market Research Future), driven by AI adoption and cloud security needs.
