Data Sources
MongoDB
Connecting a MongoDB Data Source
To integrate a MongoDB database into your Typper BI environment, follow the comprehensive steps below:
1
Choose the Data Source Type
- Navigate to the ‘Add Data Source’ page in your Typper BI dashboard.
- Under the ‘Databases’ section, select the ‘MongoDB’ option.
2
Add Data Source Connection Details
Provide the necessary connection details in the form fields:
- URL: Enter the full database URL in the format mongodb+srv://username:password@host:port/database?options.
- Data Source Name: Assign a unique name for easy identification of your database within Typper BI.
- Typper BI IP Address: Ensure that the Typper BI’s IP address is whitelisted in your firewall settings to establish a successful connection.
3
Select the Collections (Schemas) to Use
- Once the database connection is successful, you’ll be prompted to select the schemas you wish to use.
- Choose the relevant schemas that contain the data needed for your analytics.
4
Collections (Schemas) Verification
Typper BI will load and verify the tables from the selected schemas. You might have to wait a few moments while the system processes the tables.
5
Confirm the Documents (Tables) and Columns
- After schemas are loaded, select the tables and specific columns you need for your reports.
- You can add descriptions to each table to provide context for our AI.
6
Finalize Adding Your Data Source
- Review all the details and ensure that everything is correctly set up.
- Click ‘Add Data Source’ to complete the process.
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