MySQL MCP Server
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The MySQL MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) implementation that enables secure interaction with MySQL databases. It facilitates communication between AI applications and MySQL databases, allowing for safer and more structured database exploration and analysis.
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What is MySQL MCP Server?
The MySQL MCP Server is an implementation of the Model Context Protocol designed to provide a secure and structured interface for AI applications to interact with MySQL databases. It acts as an intermediary, allowing AI applications to explore and analyze data in a controlled manner.
How to use MySQL MCP Server?
The server is intended to be used as a communication protocol between AI applications (like Claude Desktop) and a MySQL database. It's configured using environment variables for database credentials and integrated into AI application configurations. It can be installed manually or through Smithery.
Key features of MySQL MCP Server
Lists available MySQL tables as resources
Reads table contents
Executes SQL queries with error handling
Secure database access via environment variables
Comprehensive logging
Use cases of MySQL MCP Server
Enabling AI applications to securely access and analyze data in MySQL databases
Providing a controlled interface for database exploration
Integrating MySQL data into AI workflows
Automating database tasks through AI
FAQ from MySQL MCP Server
Is the MySQL MCP Server a standalone server?
Is the MySQL MCP Server a standalone server?
No, it is designed to be used as a communication protocol between AI applications and MySQL databases, not as a standalone server.
How do I install the MySQL MCP Server?
How do I install the MySQL MCP Server?
You can install it manually using pip or automatically through Smithery.
What environment variables are required?
What environment variables are required?
You need to set MYSQL_HOST, MYSQL_PORT, MYSQL_USER, MYSQL_PASSWORD, and MYSQL_DATABASE.
Can I run the server directly from the command line?
Can I run the server directly from the command line?
No, the server is designed to be integrated with AI applications like Claude Desktop and should not be run directly as a standalone Python program.
How can I debug the MySQL MCP Server?
How can I debug the MySQL MCP Server?
Use the MCP Inspector to test and debug your MCP implementation.