MonetDB
This article outlines the integration with MonetDB connector, enabling streamlined metadata management through features such as crawling, querying, and data preview. It also ensures secure authentication via Credential Manager.
Overview
Connector Details
Connector Category
RDBMS
OvalEdge Releases Supported
Release8.1
Connectivity
[How the connection is established with MonetDB]
JDBC driver
Verified MonetDB Version
MonetDB 11.53.x, JDBC driver 3.3
The MonetDB connector has been validated with the mentioned "Verified MonetDB Versions" and is expected to be compatible with other supported MonetDB versions. If there are any issues with validation or metadata crawling, please submit a support ticket for investigation and feedback.
Connector Features
Crawling
✅
Delta Crawling
❌
Profiling
❌
Query Sheet
✅
Data Preview
✅
Auto Lineage
❌
Manual Lineage
❌
Secure Authentication via Credential Manager
✅
Data Quality
❌
DAM (Data Access Management)
❌
Bridge
✅
Metadata Mapping
The following objects are crawled from MonetDB and mapped to the corresponding UI assets.
Schema
Schema name from catalog
Schema or container name
Container
Container
Table
Table name from catalog
Table name
Table
Entity
View
View name from catalog
View name
View
Entity
Column
Column name, data type, position and nullability
Column name, data type, position and nullability
Column
Column
Function / Procedure
Function name and identifier (non-system)
Function name (identifier distinguishes overload)
Function / procedure
Function
Sequence
Sequence name
Sequence name
Sequence
Sequence
Index
Index linked to a table
Index identifier (table name and index name)
Index
Index
Trigger
Trigger linked to a table
Trigger identifier (table name and trigger name)
Trigger
Trigger
Set up a Connection
Prerequisites
The following are the prerequisites to establish a connection:
Whitelisting Ports
Ensure the inbound port “50000” is whitelisted for OvalEdge to connect to the MonetDB database.
The default port number for MonetDB Server is 50000. If a different port is used, ensure that the updated port number is specified during connection setup, the port is whitelisted, and communication between the system and MonetDB Server is properly established.
Service Account User Permissions
It is recommended to use a separate service account to establish the connection to the data source, configured with the following minimum set of permissions.
👨💻 Who can provide these permissions? These permissions are typically granted by the MonetDB administrator, as users may not have the required access to assign them independently.
Crawling
Schemas
sys.schemas
Select
Crawling
Tables
sys.tables, sys.schemas, sys.table_types
Select
Crawling
Views
Same as tables (view type filter)
Select
Crawling
Columns
sys.columns, sys.tables, sys.schemas, sys.table_types
Select
Crawling
Functions
sys.functions, sys.schemas
Select
Crawling
Function arguments
sys.args, sys.functions, sys.schemas
Select
Crawling
Sequences
sys.sequences, sys.schemas
Select
Crawling
Indexes
sys.idxs, sys.tables, sys.schemas; index types: sys.idx_types
Select
Crawling
Triggers
sys.triggers, sys.tables, sys.schemas
Select
Query Sheet / Data Preview
Tables and views (user data)
User schemas and objects (not limited to sys)
Select
Connection validation
Relationships
sys.foreign_keys
Ability to run a simple validation query
Connection Configuration Steps
Users are required to have the Connector Creator role in order to configure a new connection.
Log into OvalEdge, go to Administration > Connectors, click + (New Connector), search for MonetDB, and complete the required parameters.
Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are mandatory for establishing a connection.
Connector Type
By default, "MonetDB" is displayed as the selected connector type.
Credential Manager*
Select the desired credentials manager from the drop-down list. Relevant parameters will be displayed based on your selection.
Supported Credential Managers:
OE Credential Manager
AWS Secrets Manager
HashiCorp Vault
Azure Key Vault
Connector Name*
Enter a unique name for the MonetDB connection
(Example: "Monet_DB").
Connector description
Enter a brief description of the connector.
Host*
Enter the MonetDB server host.
Port*
By default, the port number for the MonetDB Server, "50000" is auto-populated. If required, the port number can be modified as per the custom port number that is configured for your MonetDB Server.
Database*
Enter the database name to which the service account user has access within the MonetDB Server.
Username*
Enter the service account username set up to access the MonetDB database.
Password*
Enter the password associated with the service account user.
Default Governance Roles
Default Governance Roles*
Select the appropriate users or teams for each governance role from the drop-down list. All users and teams configured in OvalEdge Security are displayed for selection.
Admin Roles
Admin Roles*
Select one or more users from the dropdown list for Integration Admin and Security & Governance Admin. All users configured in OvalEdge Security are available for selection.
No of Archive Objects
No Of Archive Objects*
This shows the number of recent metadata changes to a dataset at the source. By default, it is off. To enable it, toggle the Archive button and specify the number of objects to archive.
Example: Setting it to 4 retrieves the last four changes, displayed in the 'Version' column of the 'Metadata Changes' module.
Bridge
Select Bridge*
If applicable, select the bridge from the drop-down list.
The drop-down list displays all active bridges configured in OvalEdge. These bridges enable communication between data sources and OvalEdge without altering firewall rules.
After entering all connection details, the following actions can be performed:
Click Validate to verify the connection.
Click Save to store the connection for future use.
Click Save & Configure to apply additional settings before saving.
The saved connection will appear on the Connectors home page.
Manage Connector Operations
Crawl/Profile
To perform crawl operations, users must be assigned the Integration Admin role.
The Crawl/Profile button allows users to select one or more schemas for crawling.
Navigate to the Connectors page and click Crawl/Profile.
Select the schemas to crawl.
The Crawl option is selected by default.
Click Run to collect metadata from the connected source and load it into the OvalEdge Data Catalog.
After a successful crawl, the information appears in the Data Catalog > Databases/Tables/Table Columns tab.
The Schedule checkbox allows automated crawling at defined intervals, from a minute to a year.
Click the Schedule checkbox to enable the Select Period drop-down.
Select a time period for the operation from the drop-down menu.
Click Schedule to initiate metadata collection from the connected source.
The system will automatically execute the crawl operation at the scheduled time.
Other Operations
The Connectors page in OvalEdge provides a centralized view of all configured connectors, including their health status.
Managing connectors includes:
Connectors Health: Displays the current status of each connector using a green icon for active connections and a red icon for inactive connections, helping to monitor the connectivity with data sources.
Viewing: Click the Eye icon next to the connector name to view connector details, including databases, tables, columns, and codes.
Nine Dots Menu Options:
To view, edit, validate, configure, or delete connectors, click on the Nine Dots menu.
Edit Connector: Update and revalidate the data source.
Validate Connector: Check the connection's integrity.
Settings: Modify connector settings.
Crawler: Configure data extraction.
Query Policies: Define query execution rules based on roles.
Access Instructions: Add notes on how data can be accessed.
Business Glossary Settings: Manage term associations at the connector level.
Delete Connector: Remove a connector with confirmation.
Connectivity Troubleshooting
If incorrect parameters are entered, error messages may appear. Ensure all inputs are accurate to resolve these issues. If issues persist, contact the assigned support team.
1
Invalid connection config.
Error Description:
Required connection details are missing.
Resolution:
Edit the connector settings.
Fill all mandatory fields.
Click Validate again.
2
Host is required.
Error Description:
Host value is missing and no JDBC URL is provided.
Resolution:
Enter a valid Host.
Or provide a full JDBC URL.
Validate the connection.
3
Database is required
Error Description:
Database name is missing and no JDBC URL is provided.
Resolution:
Enter the Database name.
Or provide a full JDBC URL.
Validate again.
4
Connection failed
Error Description:
Connection or validation query failed due to incorrect details or network issues.
Resolution:
Verify host, port (50000), database, username, and password.
Check network/firewall access.
Ensure MonetDB server is running, then retry.
5
Failed to get fields
Error Description:
Metadata fetch failed due to permission or query issues.
Resolution:
Check access to MonetDB system catalog tables.
Ensure read access to user tables/views.
Fix permissions and rerun the crawl
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