Data Source Reference
This section provides a comprehensive reference for various data sources that can be integrated with our platform. Understanding these data sources is crucial for effective data management, retrieval, and manipulation.
Supported Data Sources
We support a wide range of data sources, including relational databases, NoSQL databases, cloud storage, and external APIs. Each source has unique characteristics and connection methods.
Relational Databases
These are structured databases that store data in tables with predefined schemas. Examples include:
- SQL Server: Microsoft's flagship relational database system.
- PostgreSQL: A powerful, open-source object-relational database system.
- MySQL: A popular open-source relational database management system.
- Oracle Database: A robust and feature-rich commercial database.
NoSQL Databases
These databases offer flexible schemas and are often used for handling large volumes of unstructured or semi-structured data.
- MongoDB: A popular document-oriented NoSQL database.
- Cassandra: A highly scalable, distributed NoSQL database.
- Redis: An in-memory data structure store, used as a database, cache, and message broker.
Cloud Storage
Leverage cloud-based storage solutions for scalable and accessible data storage.
- Azure Blob Storage: Microsoft's object storage solution.
- Amazon S3: Amazon Web Services' object storage service.
- Google Cloud Storage: Google Cloud's unified object storage.
External APIs
Connect to third-party services to enrich your data or integrate with external systems.
- RESTful APIs: General web services following REST principles.
- SOAP APIs: Older but still prevalent web services.
Connecting to a Data Source
The connection process typically involves providing credentials, connection strings, and specific configuration parameters. Below is a general overview of parameters for common data sources.
Connection Parameter Examples
| Data Source Type | Key Parameters | Example Configuration |
|---|---|---|
| SQL Server | Server Name, Database Name, Username, Password, Port (optional) | Server=tcp:myserver.database.windows.net,1433;Database=mydb;User ID=myuser@myserver;Password=mypassword;Encrypt=True;TrustServerCertificate=False;Connection Timeout=30; |
| PostgreSQL | Host, Port, Database, User, Password | postgresql://user:password@host:port/database |
| MongoDB | Connection String (URI) | mongodb+srv:// |
| Azure Blob Storage | Account Name, Account Key or SAS Token | DefaultEndpointsProtocol=https;AccountName= |
| Amazon S3 | Access Key ID, Secret Access Key, Region, Bucket Name | Configuration typically managed via SDKs or environment variables. |
Data Access and Security
Secure access to data sources is paramount. We utilize industry-standard protocols and best practices to ensure data integrity and confidentiality.
- Use encrypted connections (SSL/TLS) whenever possible.
- Employ role-based access control (RBAC) to limit permissions.
- Regularly rotate credentials and manage secrets securely.
- Consider using service accounts or managed identities for cloud resources.
Further Information
For detailed connection instructions and specific configuration options for each data source, please refer to the individual documentation pages linked in the navigation sidebar.
If you encounter any issues or have questions regarding data source integration, please visit our Support section.