- Power BI XMLA MCP Server by CData
Power BI XMLA MCP Server by CData
What is Power BI XMLA MCP Server?
Power BI XMLA MCP Server by CData is a read-only Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows LLMs (like Claude Desktop) to query live data from Power BI XMLA using natural language, without the need for SQL.
How to use Power BI XMLA MCP Server?
To use the server, clone the repository, build the server, install the CData JDBC Driver, configure your connection, and create a configuration file for your AI client. Finally, run the server to start querying data.
Key features of Power BI XMLA MCP Server?
- Provides a read-only interface to Power BI XMLA data.
- Allows natural language queries for data retrieval.
- Supports various data sources through the CData JDBC Driver.
Use cases of Power BI XMLA MCP Server?
- Querying live data from Power BI XMLA using natural language.
- Integrating with AI clients for data analysis and reporting.
- Simplifying data access for non-technical users.
FAQ from Power BI XMLA MCP Server?
- Can I write data using this server?
No, this server is read-only. For write capabilities, consider the full CData MCP Server for Power BI XMLA.
- Is there a trial version available?
Yes, you can download a trial version of the CData JDBC Driver for Power BI XMLA.
- What types of data sources are supported?
The server supports a wide range of data sources, including Salesforce, SQL databases, and more.
Server Config
{
"mcpServers": {
"{classname_dash}": {
"command": "PATH\\TO\\java.exe",
"args": [
"-jar",
"PATH\\TO\\CDataMCP-jar-with-dependencies.jar",
"PATH\\TO\\power-bi-xmla.prp"
]
}
}
}