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suhk/datafinder-laravel
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This is a package to implement search and filters on the backend level using DataTables and Laravel Models. The best part of this package is the ability to search across multiple tables and rows in a single request (ajax), with or without using joins.

v2.2.12(2mo ago)2461MITPHPPHP &gt;=7.3 &lt;8.5

Since Mar 15Pushed 2mo ago1 watchersCompare

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An easy, configurable &amp; modular laravel package for [Datatables](https://datatables.net/)

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*Introduction*
--------------

[](#introduction)

**[DataFinder](https://datafinder.suhk.me/)** is an innovative and highly efficient Laravel package that simplifies complex data operations by bringing advanced search, filtering, and retrieval capabilities into a single, developer-friendly solution. It eliminates the need for writing repetitive query logic by bridging backend queries with dynamic, customizable front-end tables.

Built on top of Laravel’s robust **Eloquent Query Builder** and seamlessly integrated with **[DataTables](https://datatables.net/)**, DataFinder ensures performance and scalability even when working with millions of records. Its modular configuration approach makes it easy to define relationships, filters, conditional queries, exports, and custom row actions &amp; more, all from a configuration structure per module. It allows developers to focus on delivering insights and features rather than wrestling with data pipelines, making it a go-to solution for modern, data-driven applications.

### ***Key Features***

[](#key-features)

#### ***Core Features (Developer Essentials)***

[](#core-features-developer-essentials)

*Everything developers need to build fast, flexible, and reliable data-driven modules.*

🔍 **Dynamic Multi-Table Search**
Seamlessly query across multiple database tables with **automatic JOINs**, delivering fast and relevant results without extra boilerplate.

🔎 **Advanced Multi-Filter Search**
Stack multiple filters with multi-value support, combining **filter-based** and **text-based search** across single or multiple tables, giving users ultimate flexibility in refining data.

📊 **Conditional &amp; Aggregate Queries**
Full support for `where`, `groupBy`, `having`, and aggregate functions makes it easy to build anything from **simple filters** to **complex analytical reports**.

⚡ **Flexible Table Configurations**
Define models, relationships, searchable columns, and filters inside a **single modular config file per module**, cutting down setup time and ensuring consistency.

🎯 **Custom Row Actions**
Create interactive row-level actions (like edit, approve, export, etc.) directly in your tables, enabling **seamless workflows** inside your application.

---

#### 🏢 Enterprise Value (Performance &amp; Scale)

[](#-enterprise-value-performance--scale)

*Designed for scalability, maintainability, and enterprise-grade performance.*

📈 **Optimized for Performance &amp; Scale**
Built to handle **millions of records** efficiently, ensuring fast search and exports even for enterprise-scale datasets.

⚡ **Advanced Data Exporting (CSV, XLSX, XLS)**
Export small or large datasets — from simple queries to **complex joins, filters, and conditionals**, all from the same modular configuration.

🚀 **Intuitive Module Setup**
One config = everything. Columns, joins, filters, exports, and row actions can all be defined per module, making integration **faster, cleaner, and scalable**.

📦 **One-Command Setup**
Install, configure, and refresh with **single Artisan commands**. Perfect for fast onboarding and easy upgrades.

---

### Why DataFinder?

[](#why-datafinder)

Building **searchable, filterable, and exportable data modules** in modern applications is often repetitive, time-consuming, and inconsistent across projects.
DataFinder solves this by providing a **plug-and-play, configuration-driven solution** that makes data exploration as simple as writing one config file.

**For Developers**: No need to reinvent advanced search, joins, and exports. Focus on business logic, not boilerplate.
**For Teams**: Standardized, reusable configs mean faster onboarding, less code debt, and predictable results.
**For Enterprises**: Built to scale with **millions of records**, efficient exports, and modular architecture for long-term maintainability.
**For Investors**: DataFinder reduces engineering overhead, accelerates delivery timelines, and enables applications to monetize faster with enterprise-grade data handling.

---

### ***Documentation***

[](#documentation)

Full documentation is available at: **[DataFinder Documentation](https://datafinder.suhk.me)**

The documentation cover's:

- Introduction
- Installation
- Quick Start Guide
- Configuration Structure
- Filters, Headers, Buttons, Conditionals &amp; more

---

*Credits:*
----------

[](#credits)

This project depends on the following open-source libraries, which are **not bundled** in the package (except **SheetJS CE**, which is included via CDN). All other libraries are expected to be added via CDN by the end user:

- **[Bootstrap](https://getbootstrap.com/)**
- **[jQuery](https://jquery.com/)**
- **[DataTables](https://datatables.net/)**
- **[Select2](https://select2.org/)**
- **[SheetJS CE](https://docs.sheetjs.com/)**
    - CDN used: `https://cdn.sheetjs.com/xlsx-latest/package/xlsx.mjs`
    - Licensed under the [Apache License 2.0](http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0)
    - © 2012–present SheetJS LLC

###  Health Score

47

—

FairBetter than 94% of packages

Maintenance86

Actively maintained with recent releases

Popularity15

Limited adoption so far

Community10

Small or concentrated contributor base

Maturity66

Established project with proven stability

 Bus Factor1

Top contributor holds 92.6% of commits — single point of failure

How is this calculated?**Maintenance (25%)** — Last commit recency, latest release date, and issue-to-star ratio. Uses a 2-year decay window.

**Popularity (30%)** — Total and monthly downloads, GitHub stars, and forks. Logarithmic scaling prevents top-heavy scores.

**Community (15%)** — Contributors, dependents, forks, watchers, and maintainers. Measures real ecosystem engagement.

**Maturity (30%)** — Project age, version count, PHP version support, and release stability.

###  Release Activity

Cadence

Every ~12 days

Recently: every ~0 days

Total

30

Last Release

67d ago

Major Versions

v1.2.5 → v2.0.02025-08-31

### Community

Maintainers

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---

Top Contributors

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