cqlsh-rs

cqlsh-rs is a ground-up Rust re-implementation of the Python cqlsh — the official interactive CQL shell for Apache Cassandra and compatible databases (ScyllaDB, Amazon Keyspaces, Astra DB).

Why cqlsh-rs?

• Single static binary — no Python runtime, no pip, no virtualenv
• Fast startup — launches in milliseconds, not seconds
• 100% CLI compatible — drop-in replacement for the Python cqlsh
• Modern terminal experience — syntax highlighting, tab completion, pager integration
• Cross-platform — Linux, macOS, Windows

How to use this documentation

• New users: Start with Getting Started
• Installing: See Installation for all platforms
• Migrating from Python cqlsh: Read the Migration Guide
• Reference: Browse CLI Reference, Command Reference, and Configuration Reference
• Having issues?: Check Troubleshooting