Building a internal tool with PlanetScale? Let us review it.
Expert code review for internal tools built with PlanetScale. We fix PlanetScale-specific security gaps, optimize performance, and handle deployment. From $19.
Common PlanetScale issues we find
Real problems from PlanetScale codebases we've reviewed.
Foreign key constraint workarounds
PlanetScale doesn't support traditional foreign keys. AI-generated code creates them anyway, causing deployment failures, or skips referential integrity entirely.
Connection string exposure
PlanetScale database URLs with credentials committed to source control or embedded in client-side code.
Missing connection pooling
Serverless functions opening new connections on every invocation instead of using PlanetScale's connection pooling or @planetscale/database driver.
No branch workflow for schema changes
Schema changes deployed directly to the main branch without using PlanetScale's deploy request workflow, risking production data.
Internal Tool challenges to solve
Key internal tool concerns that AI-generated code often misses.
Access control
Who can see what? Internal tools need role-based access — finance sees revenue data, support sees customer data, engineering sees system metrics. AI tools build the dashboard but rarely implement granular permissions.
Data sensitivity
Internal tools often connect directly to production databases. A bug that deletes records or a missing auth check that exposes customer PII can have serious legal and business consequences.
Network security
Internal tools should be behind a VPN or protected network, not on the public internet. AI tools deploy to public URLs by default. Proper network configuration prevents external access.
Audit logging
When someone modifies data through an internal tool, you need to know who did what and when. This is essential for debugging, compliance, and accountability.
What we check
Key areas we review for PlanetScale internal tool projects.
Access control — role-based permissions enforced server-side
Database security — read-only where possible, protected write operations
Network configuration — not publicly accessible, VPN or auth gateway
Audit logging — who did what, when
Not sure if your app passes? Our code audit ($19) checks all of these and more.
Start with a self-serve audit
Get a professional review of your PlanetScale internal tool project at a fixed price.
External Security Scan
Black-box review of your public-facing app. No code access needed.
- OWASP Top 10 vulnerability check
- SSL/TLS configuration analysis
- Security header assessment
- Expert review within 24h
Code Audit
In-depth review of your source code for security, quality, and best practices.
- Security vulnerability analysis
- Code quality review
- Dependency audit
- Architecture review
- Expert + AI code analysis
Complete Bundle
Both scans in one package with cross-referenced findings.
- Everything in both products
- Cross-referenced findings
- Unified action plan
100% credited toward any paid service. Start with an audit, then let us fix what we find.
How it works
Tell us about your app
Share your project details and what you need help with.
Expert + AI audit
A human expert assisted by AI reviews your code within 24 hours.
Launch with confidence
We fix what needs fixing and stick around to help.
Frequently asked questions
Can you review a internal tool built with PlanetScale?
Yes. We regularly audit PlanetScale internal tool projects and understand the specific patterns and pitfalls of this combination. Our review covers security, performance, and deployment readiness.
What issues do you find in PlanetScale internal tools?
Common issues include foreign key constraint workarounds and connection string exposure on the PlanetScale side, combined with internal tool-specific concerns like access control and data sensitivity. We check for all of these and more.
How do I make my PlanetScale internal tool production-ready?
Start with our code audit ($19) to get a prioritized list of issues. For PlanetScale internal tool projects, the typical path is: fix security gaps, address internal tool-specific requirements, optimize PlanetScale performance, then configure deployment. We provide a fixed quote after the audit.
How long does it take to audit a PlanetScale internal tool?
Our code audit delivers a full report within 24 hours. For PlanetScale internal tool projects, we check security, architecture, performance, and deployment readiness across all PlanetScale-specific patterns. Fixes are scoped separately with a fixed quote.
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