Piper Morgan Alpha Testing Guide
Version: 0.8.11.0
Last Updated: July 17, 2026
For: Alpha Testers
Returning Tester? Start Here
If you already have Piper set up and running, skip straight to what matters:
Quick Navigation
This guide has three main sections:
| Section |
Description |
Start Here If… |
| Chapter 1: Setup |
Prerequisites, installation, configuration |
You’re setting up for the first time |
| Chapter 2: Testing |
Test scenarios, features to explore |
You already have an account and want to start testing |
| Chapter 3: Troubleshooting |
Common issues and solutions |
Something isn’t working |
First-time setup? Start with Chapter 1. Already have an account? Jump to Chapter 2: Testing.
Chapter 1: Setup
Before You Begin - Prerequisites Checklist
Required Software:
Required Accounts & Keys:
Optional but Recommended:
Time Commitment:
Important Disclaimers - Please Read
⚠️ ALPHA SOFTWARE WARNING ⚠️
This is pre-release alpha software (version 0.8.11.0). By proceeding, you acknowledge:
- Expected Issues: Bugs, crashes, and incomplete features are normal
- Data Loss Risk: Your data may be lost at any time without warning
- No Production Use: Do NOT use for mission-critical or time-sensitive work
- Employer Systems: Do NOT install on employer hardware without written permission
- API Charges: You are responsible for all LLM API costs incurred
- Security: Not security audited - use test data only, no sensitive information
- No Warranty: Software provided “as-is” without any warranty whatsoever
- No Support SLA: Best-effort support only, no guaranteed response times
See ALPHA_AGREEMENT_v2.md for complete legal terms.
What’s New in 0.8.11
v0.8.11.0 is the “Finish the Unfinished” release: a systematic audit of half-done work across the whole codebase, fixes for every serious problem it found, and permanent build-time checks so the same classes of bugs can’t quietly return. What you’ll feel as a tester: Piper stops lying — about your data, about its capabilities, and about what went wrong.
(If your install reported a 0.8.10.x version at some point, those were small production-only hotfixes — 0.8.11.0 includes all of them.)
Your data, correctly yours:
- Personality questionnaire works again (#1422): questionnaire answers now actually shape Piper’s tone — warmth, confidence, level of detail. A database column lost in an earlier migration had been silently discarding them. Prior answers were unrecoverable, so everyone re-answers once after updating.
- Your LLM provider choice is yours (#1415): provider selection (default provider + authorized list) now resolves per user. One user’s setup can no longer pin the whole instance to their provider.
- Owner-scoping fixes (#1420, #1421, #1434): similarity search and default-project resolution are scoped to your account, and they fail closed — deny rather than fall back to shared data — when ownership can’t be confirmed. An authentication check that silently fell back to a global key is also fixed.
- List/todo metadata persists (#1435): a bug silently discarded list and todo metadata on every save.
Honest conversation:
- Greetings don’t swallow your question (#1416): “Hi! How do I address you?” gets the question answered — only pure pleasantries get the short greeting response.
- “Connect my GitHub” gets real guidance (#1417): connect/setup requests reach a real answer pointing at Settings → Integrations, instead of a wrong generic decline.
- No more false “there is nothing” claims (#1425): status, agenda, retrospective, and priority answers distinguish “the lookup failed” from “genuinely empty” — you’ll see “I couldn’t check your todos just now” instead of a false “no pending tasks.”
- No more false capability denials (#1426): stale responses claiming Piper can’t accept file uploads or set reminders (both have worked for a while) are gone.
- Classification failures tell the truth (#1414): LLM key and quota problems surface an honest message about the key instead of “Something unexpected happened.”
- Session memory recall (#1394): “what did we create this session?” reads a real ledger of session activity, and follow-ups like “update the title” resolve to the issue you just created.
Under the hood:
- Route-level cleanups: several endpoints return clean validation errors (422/404) instead of crashing with 500s, and knowledge-graph writes now record which user acted (#1436).
- Build-time ratchets now count known debt classes (unscoped data reads, silently-swallowed exceptions, stubs) and fail the build if any count grows — the audited problems can’t quietly return.
Database Migration Required: Run alembic upgrade head after updating (two migrations: the session-activity ledger and the restored preferences column).
See Release Notes v0.8.11.0 for full details.
Previous release (0.8.9 — connector infra / security / Design D2)
Connector config moved to the database (survives restarts), real standup pipeline, field encryption for user secrets (AES-256-GCM), per-user LLM key routing, auth hardening, design token system + mobile nav, Documents → Radar rename.
Previous release (0.8.8 — D1/RECONNECT)
Conscious Floor, BYOC credential layer, Radar as default workspace, navigation IA (History→Radar, Collections→Lists), full-height home chat, compose autosave, source-provenance badges on files. 252/252 canonical regression clean.
Previous release (0.8.5.3)
**Windows Compatibility & Setup UX** - 14 issues from Ted Nadeau's Windows testing: uvloop fix, missing migrations, CRLF handling, installation validator, actionable errors.
Previous release (0.8.5)
**MUX-IMPLEMENT Complete** - The Modeled User Experience super epic:
- WCAG 2.1 AA Accessibility (11 colors fixed, all ratios ≥4.5:1)
- Lifecycle State Persistence with visual indicators
- New Views: Work Items and Project Detail
- ProcessRegistry for guided processes (ADR-049)
Previous release history (0.8.3 - 0.8.4.3)
**0.8.4.3**: Fresh install fixes, migration validation at startup, GUI wizard routing.
**0.8.4.2**: Calendar bug fixes (TEMPORAL handler), markdown rendering, sidebar ordering.
**0.8.4.1**: Chat auto-load on refresh, `/standup` routing fix, RequestContext model (ADR-051).
**0.8.4**: Integration Settings (OAuth for Slack/Calendar, PAT for GitHub, API key for Notion), Portfolio Onboarding, logout fix.
**0.8.3.2**: Interactive Standup Assistant (conversational standup creation, preference learning, iterative refinement).
**0.8.3**: Integration Health Dashboard, OAuth Connection Management, Notion in Setup Wizard.
Windows Alpha Tester Setup
Best Option: Use the Automated Setup Script
We’ve created a Windows batch file that automates the entire setup process:
REM Fast clone (~91MB instead of ~800MB) - recommended for alpha testers
git clone --depth 1 -b production https://github.com/mediajunkie/piper-morgan-product.git
cd piper-morgan-product
.\scripts\alpha-setup.bat
The script will:
- Check for Python 3.11/3.12 and Docker
- Create a virtual environment
- Install all dependencies
- Generate a secure JWT key
- Start Docker containers
- Launch the setup wizard at http://localhost:8001/setup
Alternative: WSL2 (Windows Subsystem for Linux)
If you prefer a Linux-like environment on Windows, WSL2 provides a smooth setup experience:
# 1. Run as Administrator
wsl --install
wsl --set-default-version 2
wsl --install -d Ubuntu-22.04
# 2. Inside Ubuntu terminal
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
sudo apt install python3.11 python3.11-venv git
# 3. Clone and setup (uses bash script - faster)
# --depth 1 gives you a fast ~91MB download (vs ~800MB full history)
git clone --depth 1 -b production https://github.com/mediajunkie/piper-morgan-product.git
cd piper-morgan-product
./scripts/alpha-setup.sh
Manual Setup (If You Prefer Full Control)
If you prefer not to use automated scripts, follow the guided setup below. On Windows, use:
- PowerShell or Command Prompt
venv\Scripts\Activate.ps1 to activate (Windows-style path)
- See Windows Setup Guide for troubleshooting
Known Windows Issues for Alpha Testers
- Clone failures: Ensure you have long path support enabled:
# Run as Administrator
New-ItemProperty -Path "HKLM:\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\FileSystem" `
-Name "LongPathsEnabled" -Value 1 -PropertyType DWORD -Force
- Python not found:
- Reinstall from https://www.python.org/downloads
- IMPORTANT: Check “Add Python to PATH” during installation
- Restart Command Prompt/PowerShell after installing
- Path errors in commands: Use backslashes (Windows-native) or quotes with forward slashes:
python main.py setup # Works on all platforms
python -c "import sys; print(sys.version)" # Also works
- Docker Desktop not running: The setup script will fail if Docker Desktop isn’t running
- Start Docker Desktop before running the setup script
- Wait for it to fully initialize (check system tray)
Guided Setup Instructions
Step 1: Clone the Repository
# --depth 1 gives you a fast ~91MB download (vs ~800MB full history)
# You get all the code, just not the git history (which you don't need for testing)
git clone --depth 1 -b production https://github.com/mediajunkie/piper-morgan-product.git
cd piper-morgan-product
Note: On Windows, use the WSL2 terminal or PowerShell with proper path handling
Step 2: Create Virtual Environment
python3.12 -m venv venv
# Requires Python 3.11 or 3.12 - verify with: python --version
source venv/bin/activate # On Windows: venv\Scripts\activate
Step 3: Install Dependencies
pip install -r requirements.txt
Step 4: Start Server for First-Time Setup
Setup uses a visual web interface by default.
python main.py
# → Opens http://localhost:8001/setup (GUI setup wizard)
The GUI setup wizard will automatically open in your browser and guide you through:
- ✅ System health checks (Docker, Python, Port, Database)
- ✅ API key configuration (OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini)
- ✅ User account creation (username, email, password)
- ✅ Setup verification and confirmation
See the Setup Wizard Walkthrough section below for detailed screenshots and step-by-step guidance.
Alternative: Command-Line Setup
If you prefer the original command-line interface:
This will run the CLI setup wizard with prompts in your terminal. Both methods configure the same settings - use whichever you’re comfortable with.
After setup, personalize your experience:
python main.py preferences
This 2-minute questionnaire configures:
- Communication Style: concise, balanced, detailed
- Work Style: structured, flexible, exploratory
- Decision Making: data-driven, intuitive, collaborative
- Learning Style: examples, explanations, exploration
- Feedback Level: minimal, moderate, detailed
Returning tester? Re-answer the questionnaire once after updating to 0.8.11 — answers saved before this release were lost to a database bug (#1422), and your answers now genuinely shape Piper’s tone.
Step 6: Verify Installation
You should see:
==================================================
Piper Morgan System Status
==================================================
Database:
✓ PostgreSQL connected
Users: 1, Size: 15.2 MB
API Keys:
User: [your-username]
✓ openai: Valid
✓ anthropic: Valid (or ○ Not configured)
Performance:
✓ Database response: 12ms
Recommendations:
✓ All systems operational!
Step 7: First Run
The server will start and automatically open http://localhost:8001 in your browser.
Login with your credentials:
- Username: [from setup wizard]
- Password: [from setup wizard]
After login, you’ll see the Piper Morgan chat interface.
Setup Wizard Walkthrough
The GUI setup wizard provides a visual, step-by-step interface for configuration. Here’s what to expect at each stage:
Step 1: Welcome Screen
The welcome screen introduces the setup process and explains what will be configured. Click “Get Started” to begin.
Step 2: System Health Check
Automatic validation of your system:
- ✓ Docker installed and running
- ✓ Python version correct (3.11 or 3.12)
- ✓ Port 8001 available
- ✓ Database accessible
If any checks fail, the wizard provides specific guidance on how to fix them.
Step 3: API Key Configuration
Configure your LLM API keys through a web form interface. This is much easier than the command-line method - you can see what you’re typing, correct mistakes easily, and get immediate validation feedback.
Supports:
- OpenAI (GPT-4, GPT-3.5)
- Anthropic (Claude)
- Google Gemini
You can configure one, two, or all three providers. At least one is required.
Step 4: User Account Creation
Create your admin account:
- Username (alphanumeric, unique)
- Email address (valid format required)
- Secure password (min 8 chars, bcrypt-hashed)
- Password confirmation with validation
The form provides real-time feedback on password strength and format requirements.
Step 5: Setup Complete
Setup confirmation screen with:
- Summary of what was configured
- Next steps and quick links
- “Start Using Piper” button to proceed to login
Click the button to go to the login page and start using Piper Morgan.
Chapter 2: Testing
This chapter covers what to test and how. If you’re already set up, start here.
What to Test in 0.8.11
Personalization and honesty are the focus this release. Does the questionnaire change Piper’s tone? Does chat use YOUR provider? Are Piper’s claims about your todos and issues honest?
Each walk below is a concrete sequence you can follow and report on.
Test Walk 1: Questionnaire → tone shift (#1422)
- Re-answer the personality questionnaire: run
python main.py preferences (or use the Settings page)
- Answer deliberately — for example, pick “concise” and “minimal feedback”
- Chat with Piper: ask a few ordinary questions
- Check: does the tone reflect your answers (shorter, more direct)?
- Change your answers to the opposite (for example, “detailed”) and chat again — does the tone shift with them?
Note: answers from before 0.8.11 were lost to a database bug (#1422) and can’t be recovered — everyone re-answers once.
Test Walk 2: Your own LLM provider (#1415)
- Go to Settings → LLM Keys
- Enter your own API key and select your provider as the default
- Send a few chat messages
- Check your provider’s usage dashboard — do the requests show up there?
- If you can test with a second user: have each account pick a different provider, and confirm each user’s chats hit their own provider — not the other user’s.
Test Walk 3: Greeting + question in one message (#1416)
- Send: “Hi! What can you help me with?”
- Check: does the reply answer the question, not just greet you back?
- Try variants: “Good morning — what’s on my list today?”, “Hey Piper, how do I address you?”
- A pure greeting (“Hi!”) should still get a short, friendly response.
Test Walk 4: Connect-my-GitHub guidance (#1417)
- In chat, send: “connect my github”
- Check: do you get concrete guidance pointing at Settings → Integrations — not a generic “I can’t do that”?
- Try variants: “can you connect my slack”, “set up my github integration”
Test Walk 5: Honest status and agenda claims (#1425)
- Ask: “what’s my status?”, “what’s on my agenda?”, or “what’s my standup?”
- Check every claim about your todos and issues against what you actually have
- “I couldn’t check your todos just now” is correct behavior when a lookup fails
- A false “you have no pending tasks” when you DO have tasks is a bug — please report it
Test Walk 6: Honest LLM-key errors (#1414)
- Temporarily break your API key (remove it in Settings, or paste an invalid one)
- Send a chat message
- Check: does the error say something honest about the key or provider problem — not “Something unexpected happened”?
- Restore your key and confirm chat works again
Test Walk 7: Session recall (#1394)
- In chat, create something — for example, “create an issue about testing session recall”
- Ask: “what did we create this session?”
- Check: does Piper recall the issue you just created?
- Try a follow-up like “update the title to add a version number” — does it resolve to the item you just created?
Basic Functionality Tests
Start with these simple tests to verify everything works:
- Basic Chat: “Hello, what can you help me with?”
- Task Creation: “Add a todo: Review Q3 metrics”
- Information Query: “What tasks do I have?”
- File Upload: Upload a PDF or DOCX file (max 10MB) and ask for analysis
- Document Summary: “Summarize the document I just uploaded”
- Preference Check: “How do you prefer to communicate?” (should reflect your settings)
- Multi-User Test: If testing with others, verify you can’t see their data
Exploring Piper’s Features
Lists, Todos, and Projects Management
Basic CRUD Operations (test these first):
- Create a List
- Navigate to http://localhost:8001/lists
- Click “Create New List” button
- Enter name: “Alpha Testing Tasks”
- Enter description: “Testing the Lists feature”
- Verify list appears in the list view
- Edit and Delete
- Open the list you created
- Edit the name or description
- Try deleting a list (should show confirmation)
- Repeat for Todos and Projects
- Navigate to /todos and /projects
- Same CRUD operations available
- Test that all three resource types work consistently
File Management
Basic File Operations (test these first):
- Upload a File
- Navigate to http://localhost:8001/files
- Click “Upload File” or drag-and-drop a file
- Supported formats: PDF, DOCX, TXT, MD, JSON (max 10MB)
- Verify file appears in file list with correct metadata
- Download a File
- Click “Download” button on uploaded file
- Verify file downloads correctly
- Delete a File
- Click “Delete” button on a file
- Verify file is removed from list
- Test File Privacy
- Files are owner-based (private to you)
- Other users should NOT see your files
Interactive Standup Assistant (New in 0.8.3.2)
- Start a Standup Conversation
- In the chat, say “let’s write a standup” or “/standup”
- Piper should respond with initial guidance
- Verify conversation flow starts properly
- Test Preference Gathering
- Tell Piper your preferences: “I prefer bullet points” or “keep it concise”
- Verify Piper acknowledges and remembers your preference
- Generate content should reflect your stated style
- Test Iterative Refinement
- Ask Piper to make changes: “add more detail about the bug fix” or “make it shorter”
- Verify Piper updates the standup accordingly
- Previous versions should be saved for comparison
- Complete the Standup
- Say “looks good, let’s use this” or “finalize”
- Verify standup is marked complete
- Check that performance is fast (sub-500ms responses)
- Edge Cases to Test
- Abandon a standup mid-conversation (say “nevermind” or navigate away)
- Start multiple standups in one session
- Long conversations (10+ turns) - verify memory isn’t growing unbounded
Quick Standup Generation (Legacy)
- Generate a Standup
- Navigate to http://localhost:8001/standup
- Click “Generate Standup” button
- Wait 2-3 seconds for AI generation
- Verify standup report appears with meaningful content
- Note: First standup may be generic if no prior activity
- Test with Activity
- Create some lists, todos, upload files
- Generate standup again
- Verify it reflects your recent activity
Authentication & Logout
- Test Logout
- Click user menu (top right corner of page)
- Click “Logout” button
- Verify you’re redirected to login page
- Verify session is cleared (can’t access /lists without login)
- Test Login After Logout
- Enter your credentials on login page
- Verify you can log back in
- Verify your data is still there (lists, files, etc.)
Navigation & Polish
- Test Breadcrumbs
- Navigate to /lists, /todos, /projects, /files, /standup
- Verify each page shows breadcrumb: Home › [Page Name]
- Click “Home” in breadcrumb, verify navigation works
- Test Page Consistency
- Check that Settings pages are on unified grid
- Verify no “My Lists” prefix (should just be “Lists”)
- Check that Integrations page shows placeholder (not 404)
- Check Privacy & Data settings has informative content
Advanced Testing (Multi-User Sharing)
Note: These features require multiple user accounts and are considered advanced. Focus on basic CRUD operations first.
Sharing Lists, Todos, and Projects
- Share a List
- Open a list you created
- Click “Share” button
- Enter another user’s email (if multi-user testing)
- Select role: Editor
- Verify sharing modal shows success
- Test Permission Badges
- Notice “Owner” badge on your list
- If shared with another user, verify their role badge shows
Permission System
- Conversational Permission Commands
Try these in the chat interface:
- “share my Alpha Testing Tasks list with [email] as editor”
- “who can access my Alpha Testing Tasks?”
- “show me shared lists”
- “give [email] viewer access to my project plan”
- Role-Based Access Testing (requires 2 users)
- Create a list as User A
- Share with User B as “Viewer”
- Log in as User B
- Verify: Can view list but NOT edit/delete
- Share same list with User C as “Editor”
- Log in as User C
- Verify: CAN edit and update list
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Setup Wizard Issues
GUI setup wizard not loading?
- Make sure you ran
python main.py (not python main.py setup)
- Check that http://localhost:8001/setup opens in your browser
- If browser didn’t auto-open, manually navigate to http://localhost:8001/setup
- Alternative: Use CLI setup with
python main.py setup
“Docker not installed” or “Docker not running”
The setup wizard (GUI or CLI) will guide you through Docker installation with platform-specific instructions. If you encounter issues:
- Make sure Docker Desktop is running (look for whale icon in system tray/menu bar)
- Restart Docker Desktop if it seems stuck
- On macOS: Check Applications folder for Docker Desktop
- On Windows: Check if Docker Desktop service is running
- Test manually with:
docker --version
“Python 3.11+ not found”
- Install Python 3.11 or 3.12: https://www.python.org/downloads/
- Test with:
python --version
“Port 8001 not available”
- Another service is using port 8001
- Find what’s using it:
lsof -i :8001
- Stop other Piper Morgan instances or change port
“Database not accessible”
- Ensure database is running:
docker compose up -d db
- Wait 10 seconds for database to start
- Check Docker containers:
docker ps
Runtime Issues
“No LLM provider configured”
- Re-run GUI setup wizard: Navigate to http://localhost:8001/setup
- Or use CLI setup:
python main.py setup
- Verify API keys are valid in your provider dashboard (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google)
- Check status:
python main.py status
High API costs
- Piper uses GPT-4/Claude by default for best results
- Monitor usage in your provider’s dashboard
- Configure preferences for more concise responses
Preference changes not taking effect
- Re-run:
python main.py preferences
- Restart Piper Morgan after preference changes
- Check status shows your username correctly
Login issues
- Forgot password? Run
python main.py setup to create a new account
- Can’t access http://localhost:8001? Try http://127.0.0.1:8001
- Check server is running: Look for “Server ready” message
- Browser didn’t open? Manually navigate to http://localhost:8001
File upload issues
- Supported formats: PDF, DOCX, TXT, MD, JSON
- Max file size: 10MB
- Check file isn’t corrupted or password-protected
- Verify you’re logged in (file upload requires authentication)
Feature-Specific Troubleshooting
Can’t create lists/todos/projects?
- Make sure you’re on the
production branch: git status
- Update to latest:
git pull origin production
- Refresh browser page
- Check browser console for errors (F12)
- Verify you’re logged in (authentication required for CRUD operations)
Files page not loading or shows errors?
- Update to latest:
git pull origin production
- Restart server:
python main.py
- Clear browser cache if needed
- Check file size limit: 10MB maximum
- Verify supported formats: PDF, DOCX, TXT, MD, JSON
Interactive Standup issues?
- Conversation should respond in <500ms (P95 target)
- If conversation seems stuck, try “start over” or navigate away
- Each turn should build on previous context
- Preferences should be remembered within the conversation
Quick Standup generation hangs or fails?
- Should complete in 2-3 seconds
- If hanging, check API key configuration:
python main.py status
- Verify you have activity data (lists, todos, files created)
- Try refreshing the page and generating again
Logout not working?
- Logout is in the user menu (top right corner)
- Click user menu → “Logout”
- Verify redirect to login page after logout
- If session persists, clear browser cookies
Permission sharing not working?
- Requires multi-user setup (2+ user accounts)
- Make sure other user exists in database
- Try conversational command: “share my [resource] with [email] as editor”
- Verify resource ownership (you must own the resource to share it)
- Check that owner-based access control (internally called SEC-RBAC) is active:
python main.py status
Providing Feedback
We need your feedback to improve! Please report:
What to Report
- Bugs and crashes (with error messages)
- Setup wizard issues or confusing steps
- Preference system problems
- Missing features you expected
- Performance issues
- Successful workflows that delighted you
How to Report
- GitHub Issues: Preferred for bugs (if comfortable with GitHub)
- Email: xian@pipermorgan.ai for private feedback
- Weekly Check-in: Optional 15-minute calls available
SETUP METHOD: [wizard/manual]
WHAT I TRIED: [specific action]
WHAT I EXPECTED: [expected result]
WHAT HAPPENED: [actual result]
ERROR MESSAGE: [if any]
SYSTEM STATUS: [output of `python main.py status`]
SEVERITY: [blocker/major/minor]
Privacy & Data Collection
- We collect anonymous usage analytics to improve the product
- Error logs may be transmitted (no personal data included)
- Your LLM API keys are stored securely in system keychain, never transmitted
- Preference data is stored locally in your database
- You can opt out of analytics in settings
- Setup wizard completion statistics help us improve onboarding
- Owner-based access control (internally called SEC-RBAC Phase 1) keeps your resources yours
- Shared resources require explicit permission grants
- Your files, lists, todos, and projects are private by default
- Note: Data is not yet fully encrypted at rest (see
ALPHA_KNOWN_ISSUES.md for details)
Advanced: Manual Setup (If Wizard Fails)
If the setup wizard fails, you can fall back to manual configuration:
- Environment Variables: Copy
.env.example to .env and edit
- Database: Run
docker compose up -d db
- API Keys: Manually add to
.env file
- Database Migration: Run database setup scripts
See original testing guide for detailed manual steps.
Advanced: Browsing the Database Directly
For debugging and development, you can browse the PostgreSQL database directly:
Connection Details
| Setting |
Value |
| Host |
localhost (or 127.0.0.1 on Windows) |
| Port |
5433 (note: not default 5432) |
| Database |
piper_morgan |
| Username |
piper (from docker-compose.yml) |
| Password |
dev_changeme_in_production (from docker-compose.yml) |
pgAdmin (recommended for beginners):
- Download from https://www.pgadmin.org/
- Add Server → Enter connection details above
- Browse tables under Databases → piper_morgan → Schemas → public → Tables
DBeaver (full-featured alternative):
- Download from https://dbeaver.io/
- New Connection → PostgreSQL → Enter connection details
- Browse schema visually
Command Line Access
# Connect via Docker container
docker exec -it piper-postgres psql -U piper -d piper_morgan
# List tables
\dt
# Query example
SELECT * FROM users;
# Exit
\q
Questions?
Remember: This is alpha software (version 0.8.11.0). The GUI setup wizard handles most complexity, but you’re still testing early-stage software. Expect bugs and incomplete features.
If guided setup seems overwhelming, a hosted version is planned for later in 2026.
Thank you for being an early adopter and helping us improve! 🚀
See Also
VERSION_NUMBERING.md - Understanding Piper Morgan’s version scheme
ALPHA_AGREEMENT_v2.md - Legal terms and conditions
ALPHA_KNOWN_ISSUES.md - Current bugs and limitations
ALPHA_QUICKSTART.md - Quick 2-5 minute setup guide
Last updated: July 17, 2026
Software version: 0.8.11.0