- Vertica Mcp
Vertica Mcp
What is Vertica MCP?
Vertica MCP is a Model Context Protocol server designed for readonly communication with Vertica databases, allowing AI assistants to interact with the database safely through a set of readonly operations.
How to use Vertica MCP?
To use Vertica MCP, configure your environment with the necessary Vertica database connection details and set up the MCP server in your application settings. You can run queries directly or through supported AI assistants like Cursor and Claude.
Key features of Vertica MCP?
- 🔒 Readonly Operations Only: Ensures database safety with SELECT, SHOW, DESCRIBE, EXPLAIN, and WITH queries only.
- 🏗️ Comprehensive Schema Discovery: List tables, views, and indexes with detailed metadata.
- 📊 Query Execution: Execute custom SQL queries with parameter support.
- 🌊 Streaming Support: Efficiently handle large result sets with batch streaming.
- ⚡ High Performance: Optimized connection handling and query execution for Vertica.
Use cases of Vertica MCP?
- Safely querying Vertica databases without modifying data.
- Integrating with AI assistants for data retrieval and analysis.
- Performing detailed schema analysis and metadata discovery.
FAQ from Vertica MCP?
- Can Vertica MCP modify data in the database?
No, Vertica MCP only allows readonly operations to ensure database safety.
- What are the prerequisites for using Vertica MCP?
You need Node.js 18.x or higher and access to a Vertica database with the appropriate connection details.
- How do I troubleshoot connection issues?
Verify your database connectivity, check environment variables, and ensure the database user has the necessary permissions.
Server Config
{
"mcpServers": {
"vertica-mcp": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"@hechtcarmel/vertica-mcp@1.2.2",
"--env-file",
"/path/to/your/vertica.env"
]
}
}
}