Ghost: A Database for Our Times?

Ghost is a Postgres database platform designed specifically for AI agents, allowing them to create, fork, and manage databases as disposable resources. It treats databases like programmable code sandboxes, making it ideal for testing, prototyping, and agentic development workflows. The platform integrates with coding agents like Codex, enabling them to perform complex database operations through natural language commands. The content provides a practical guide on installing Ghost, connecting it to an agent, and using it to generate and query a sample database. This workflow contrasts with traditional databases which are treated as fragile, long-lived production infrastructure.