Setting Up a Database Service for Metadata Extraction
You can quickly set up a database service for metadata extraction in OpenMetadata SaaS. Below is an example of how to configure a connection using theSnowflake Connector:
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Log in to OpenMetadata SaaS
- Navigate to Settings > Services > Databases.
- Click on Add New Service.
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Select Database Type
- Choose the database type for your service. In this example, select
Snowflake. - Enter the required details, such as the Name and Description, to identify the database.
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Enter Connection Details
- Provide the necessary connection parameters, such as hostname, port, credentials, etc.
- The side panel offers guidance with available documentation, and you can also refer to the specific
SnowflakeConnector documentationfor more information.
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Test the Connection
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Set Default Data Filters
Default Database Filter Pattern
- Includes / Excludes:
To add a filter pattern, simply type it in and press
Enter.
Default Schema Filter Pattern
- Includes / Excludes:
To add a filter pattern, simply type it in and press
Enter.
Default Table Filter Pattern
- Includes / Excludes:
To add a filter pattern, simply type it in and press
Enter.