#What is TNKS Data Table?

TNKS Data Table is a free, open-source, advanced data table component developed by Jackson Kasi, designed to handle enterprise-level data operations with server-side processing for modern web applications. Its primary goal is to provide developers with a performant, accessible, and customizable table solution, targeting React developers building data-intensive apps like dashboards, CRMs, or admin panels. Built with shadcn/ui, TanStack Table (React Table v8), Hono.js, Drizzle ORM, PostgreSQL, and Tailwind CSS, it supports server-side pagination, filtering, sorting, and column resizing. The component is fully typed with TypeScript, follows WCAG accessibility guidelines, and integrates with a RESTful API for backend communication. For shadcn/ui enthusiasts, TNKS Data Table is a perfect fit, offering a robust, modular table with a demo hosted on Vercel.

#Features ⚡️

• Server-Side Operations: Pagination, filtering, and sorting handled at the database level for performance.

• Shadcn UI Integration: Accessible, Radix UI-based components for modern UI.

• TanStack Table: Headless table logic for flexible data management.

• Column Resizing: Persistent column widths via custom hook (use-table-column-resize).

• Accessibility: WCAG-compliant with keyboard navigation and ARIA attributes.

• Type Safety: TypeScript for end-to-end type safety from API to UI.

• Data Export: CSV/Excel export utilities for user convenience.

• Modular Architecture: Extensible with custom hooks and utilities (e.g., search, date formatting).

#Pros and Cons

#Pros ✅

• Performance Optimized: Server-side operations prevent browser overload with large datasets.

• Free and Open-Source: MIT license with no usage restrictions.

• Accessible: WCAG compliance ensures inclusive table interactions.

• Shadcn UI Synergy: Seamless integration with shadcn/ui projects.

• Type-Safe: TypeScript enhances developer experience and reduces errors.

• Community Potential: 77 GitHub stars and active development (April 2025).

• Vercel Demo: Live demo showcases functionality.

#Cons ⚠️

• React-Only: Limited to React/Next.js ecosystems, like shadcn/ui.

• Setup Complexity: Requires Hono.js, Drizzle ORM, and PostgreSQL configuration.

• Learning Curve: Needs familiarity with TanStack Table, shadcn/ui, and server-side APIs.

• Documentation Needs: Setup and customization guides could be more detailed.

• Early Stage: Virtualization support still in development (WIP).

• Backend Dependency: Requires RESTful API setup for server-side features.

• Niche Focus: Primarily suited for enterprise-level data tables, not lightweight UIs.

#Included Components - Templates

TNKS Data Table provides a variety of table-related components:

• DataTable: Main table component for rendering data with server-side logic.

• ColumnHeader: Sortable column headers with filtering and sorting UI.

• DataTableResizer: Handles column resizing with persistent state.

• Pagination: Controls for server-side pagination navigation.

• Toolbar: Search, export, and filter controls for table interactions.

• DataExport: UI for exporting table data to CSV/Excel formats.

#Pricing 💸

TNKS Data Table operates on a Free model:

• Free Access: Fully open-source under MIT license, available via GitHub.

#Integrations 🧰

TNKS Data Table integrates with:

• React: Core framework for component rendering (v18+).

• Shadcn UI: Radix UI-based components for accessibility and styling.

• TanStack Table: Headless table logic (@tanstack/react-table).

• Tailwind CSS: Utility-first styling for responsive design.

• TypeScript: Static typing for robust development.

• Hono.js: Lightweight backend framework for API endpoints.

• Drizzle ORM: Type-safe ORM for PostgreSQL queries.

• PostgreSQL: Database for server-side data operations.

• React Query: Data fetching and caching for API integration (implied).

• Vercel: Hosting for demo site (tnks-data-table.vercel.app).