maxdop formats T-SQL using Microsoft's own parser, ScriptDom — the one behind DacFx and SQL
database projects — so it reads stored procedures, GO batches and SQL Server 2000-era syntax the
way the server does, rather than guessing from tokens.
Every format is re-parsed and compared against the input: token stream, syntax tree and comments.
On any mismatch your original file is returned untouched with a distinct exit code, so a formatter
bug cannot corrupt your source. Measured across 2,215 real-world files it refused nothing, crashed
on nothing, and lost none of their 11,261 comments.
It is one static binary with no .NET runtime to install, and the same binary runs in your editor
and your build pipeline. Style lives in a .maxdop.json committed next to the code, so a repository
formats the same way for everyone who opens it.
Publisher’s description
What is maxdop?
maxdop by Page Brooks is open-source Windows software in the databases category. It is written in C#.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides Portable installers for 64-bit and ARM64 Windows. It runs without installation (portable).
Updates and version history
The current version is 0.1.2, released on August 31, 2026. The version history goes back to August 24, 2026: 2 releases, all linked to the official files.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (pagebrooks/maxdop) has 1 stars. Similar programs include MariaDB, HeidiSQL and SQLite.
Project description on GitHub: “T-SQL formatter that checks its own work”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Native ARM64 build for Windows on Arm
- Portable: runs without installation
- Updated in the last two months
In short: maxdop is an open-source database tool for 64-bit and ARM64 PCs.
Is maxdop safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
55F43288AD3FE0BDB9F354BD6AE3A047B77A0AE87061C927EA6AFFAF89925891· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 2 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1.2Latest | August 31, 2026 | — | ARM64 ZIP64-bit ZIP |
| 0.1.1 | August 24, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIPARM64 ZIP |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id pagebrooks.maxdop -eProgram files (.exe): maxdop.exe
Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Page Brooks
- Category
- Databases
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/pagebrooks/maxdop
- Written in
- C#
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, ARM64
- Installer
- Portable
- Version
- 0.1.2
- Released
- August 31, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- September 25, 2026
- Versions listed
- 2
- GitHub stars
- 1
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- pagebrooks.maxdop
Ratings and reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to rate it.
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Frequently asked questions
Is maxdop free?
Yes. maxdop is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is maxdop safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install maxdop with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Does maxdop run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Where can I download an older version of maxdop?
The versions page lists all 2 versions with links to their official installer files, back to August 24, 2026.
Can I use maxdop without administrator rights?
Yes, it is portable: unpack and run it.
What are alternatives to maxdop?
MariaDB, HeidiSQL, SQLite, Dolt and MongoDB. The alternatives page compares them.
