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MCP Server for Databricks

What is mcp-databricks-server

Databricks MCP Server

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that connects to Databricks API, allowing LLMs to run SQL queries, list jobs, and get job status.

Features

  • Run SQL queries on Databricks SQL warehouses
  • List all Databricks jobs
  • Get status of specific Databricks jobs
  • Get detailed information about Databricks jobs

Prerequisites

  • Python 3.7+
  • Databricks workspace with:
    • Personal access token
    • SQL warehouse endpoint
    • Permissions to run queries and access jobs

Setup

  1. Clone this repository
  2. Create and activate a virtual environment (recommended):
    python -m venv .venv
    source .venv/bin/activate  # On Windows: .venv\Scripts\activate
    
  3. Install dependencies:
    pip install -r requirements.txt
    
  4. Create a .env file in the root directory with the following variables:
    DATABRICKS_HOST=your-databricks-instance.cloud.databricks.com
    DATABRICKS_TOKEN=your-personal-access-token
    DATABRICKS_HTTP_PATH=/sql/1.0/warehouses/your-warehouse-id
    
  5. Test your connection (optional but recommended):
    python test_connection.py
    

Obtaining Databricks Credentials

  1. Host: Your Databricks instance URL (e.g., your-instance.cloud.databricks.com)
  2. Token: Create a personal access token in Databricks:
    • Go to User Settings (click your username in the top right)
    • Select "Developer" tab
    • Click "Manage" under "Access tokens"
    • Generate a new token, and save it immediately
  3. HTTP Path: For your SQL warehouse:
    • Go to SQL Warehouses in Databricks
    • Select your warehouse
    • Find the connection details and copy the HTTP Path

Running the Server

Start the MCP server:

python main.py

You can test the MCP server using the inspector by running

npx @modelcontextprotocol/inspector python3 main.py

Available MCP Tools

The following MCP tools are available:

  1. run_sql_query(sql: str) - Execute SQL queries on your Databricks SQL warehouse
  2. list_jobs() - List all Databricks jobs in your workspace
  3. get_job_status(job_id: int) - Get the status of a specific Databricks job by ID
  4. get_job_details(job_id: int) - Get detailed information about a specific Databricks job

Example Usage with LLMs

When used with LLMs that support the MCP protocol, this server enables natural language interaction with your Databricks environment:

  • "Show me all tables in the database"
  • "Run a query to count records in the customer table"
  • "List all my Databricks jobs"
  • "Check the status of job #123"
  • "Show me details about job #456"

Troubleshooting

Connection Issues

  • Ensure your Databricks host is correct and doesn't include https:// prefix
  • Check that your SQL warehouse is running and accessible
  • Verify your personal access token has the necessary permissions
  • Run the included test script: python test_connection.py

Security Considerations

  • Your Databricks personal access token provides direct access to your workspace
  • Secure your .env file and never commit it to version control
  • Consider using Databricks token with appropriate permission scopes only
  • Run this server in a secure environment

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is MCP?

MCP (Model Context Protocol) is an open protocol that standardizes how applications provide context to LLMs. Think of MCP like a USB-C port for AI applications, providing a standardized way to connect AI models to different data sources and tools.

What are MCP Servers?

MCP Servers are lightweight programs that expose specific capabilities through the standardized Model Context Protocol. They act as bridges between LLMs like Claude and various data sources or services, allowing secure access to files, databases, APIs, and other resources.

How do MCP Servers work?

MCP Servers follow a client-server architecture where a host application (like Claude Desktop) connects to multiple servers. Each server provides specific functionality through standardized endpoints and protocols, enabling Claude to access data and perform actions through the standardized protocol.

Are MCP Servers secure?

Yes, MCP Servers are designed with security in mind. They run locally with explicit configuration and permissions, require user approval for actions, and include built-in security features to prevent unauthorized access and ensure data privacy.