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DynamoDB MCP Server

by Iman Kamyabi

The DynamoDB MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol server designed for managing Amazon DynamoDB resources. It provides tools for table management, capacity management, and data operations, enabling seamless interaction with DynamoDB through the Model Context Protocol.

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What is DynamoDB MCP Server?

The DynamoDB MCP Server is a server that implements the Model Context Protocol for interacting with Amazon DynamoDB. It allows users to manage DynamoDB tables, indexes, capacity, and data through a standardized protocol, making it easier to integrate DynamoDB into applications that support MCP.

How to use DynamoDB MCP Server?

To use the DynamoDB MCP Server, you need to install the dependencies, configure your AWS credentials as environment variables, build the server, and start it. Then, you can use the provided tools (create_table, list_tables, describe_table, etc.) to interact with your DynamoDB resources. Refer to the README for detailed instructions and examples.

Key features of DynamoDB MCP Server

  • Table Management: Create, list, and describe DynamoDB tables.

  • Index Management: Create and manage Global and Local Secondary Indexes.

  • Capacity Management: Update provisioned read/write capacity units.

  • Data Operations: Insert, retrieve, update, query, and scan items in tables.

Use cases of DynamoDB MCP Server

  • Automated DynamoDB resource management through a standardized protocol.

  • Integrating DynamoDB with applications that support the Model Context Protocol.

  • Managing DynamoDB tables and indexes programmatically.

  • Performing data operations on DynamoDB tables using a consistent interface.

FAQ from DynamoDB MCP Server

How do I create a new DynamoDB table?

Use the create_table tool with the required parameters like tableName, partitionKey, partitionKeyType, readCapacity, and writeCapacity.

How do I list all DynamoDB tables in my account?

Use the list_tables tool. You can optionally specify a limit for the number of tables to return.

How do I update the capacity of a table?

Use the update_capacity tool with the tableName, readCapacity, and writeCapacity parameters.

How do I insert a new item into a table?

Use the put_item tool with the tableName and the item (as a JSON object) parameters.

Why are delete operations not supported?

Delete operations are intentionally not supported to prevent accidental data loss.