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Connectors Overview

Data connectors enable seamless integration with your existing data infrastructure. Connect to data lakes, warehouses, databases, and APIs without complex ETL pipelines.

What are Connectors?​

Connectors in NeoSpace are pre-built integrations that connect your data sources to the platform. They handle authentication, data access, and schema detection automatically, making it easy to bring your data into the platform.

Key Characteristics:

  • Pre-Built Integrations: Ready-to-use connectors for common data sources
  • Automatic Schema Detection: Automatically detect data structure and types
  • Secure Credential Management: Secure storage and management of credentials
  • Incremental Sync: Support for incremental data synchronization
  • Data Validation: Automatic validation and quality checks

Why Use Connectors?​

Connectors are essential for:

  • Easy Data Access: Access data from various sources without complex setup
  • No ETL Required: Direct connection eliminates need for ETL pipelines
  • Automatic Processing: Automatic schema detection and data validation
  • Secure Integration: Secure credential management and data transfer
  • Scalability: Handle large datasets efficiently

Use Cases​

Connectors are used for:

  • Data Lake Integration: Connect to S3-compatible storage
  • Database Integration: Connect to Oracle, PostgreSQL, and other databases
  • Data Warehouse Integration: Connect to Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift
  • API Integration: Connect to RESTful APIs and services
  • Real-Time Streaming: Connect to streaming data sources

Next Steps​