Astra DB MCP Server
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The Astra DB MCP Server extends the capabilities of Large Language Models (LLMs) by enabling them to interact with Astra DB as agents. It allows LLMs to perform various database operations through the Model Context Protocol (MCP).
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What is Astra DB MCP Server?
The Astra DB MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed to facilitate interaction between Large Language Models (LLMs) and Astra DB, a serverless database. It acts as an intermediary, enabling LLMs to perform database operations as agents.
How to use Astra DB MCP Server?
To use the server, you need an Astra DB database with an Application Token and API Endpoint. You can then add the server to your MCP client (e.g., Claude Desktop or Cursor) by configuring the command, arguments, and environment variables with your Astra DB credentials. The README provides detailed instructions for both Claude Desktop and Cursor.
Key features of Astra DB MCP Server
Enables LLMs to interact with Astra DB
Provides a set of tools for database operations
Supports integration with MCP clients like Claude Desktop and Cursor
Offers tools for managing collections and records within Astra DB
Use cases of Astra DB MCP Server
Building LLM-powered applications that require database access
Automating database management tasks through LLM agents
Integrating Astra DB with LLM workflows for data analysis and manipulation
Enabling LLMs to create, read, update, and delete data in Astra DB
FAQ from Astra DB MCP Server
What is Astra DB?
What is Astra DB?
Astra DB is a serverless, multi-cloud database-as-a-service built on Apache Cassandra.
What is MCP?
What is MCP?
MCP stands for Model Context Protocol, which allows LLMs to interact with external systems as agents.
How do I get an Astra DB Application Token and API Endpoint?
How do I get an Astra DB Application Token and API Endpoint?
You can create a free Astra DB database and find instructions on obtaining the token and endpoint in the getting started documentation.
Which MCP clients are supported?
Which MCP clients are supported?
The README provides instructions for Claude Desktop and Cursor, but other MCP-compatible clients may also be supported.
What database operations can the server perform?
What database operations can the server perform?
The server provides tools for creating, reading, updating, and deleting collections and records, as well as finding records and performing bulk operations.