DataSource

Overview:

The *.datasource files in the codbex platform are used to define and configure data sources. These files specify the details required to connect to a database.

Here's an explanation of the example MyDB.datasource file and its properties:

{
  "location": "/my-project/datasources/MyDB.datasource",
  "name": "MyDB",
  "driver": "org.h2.Driver",
  "url": "jdbc:h2:file:./target/codbex/h2/MyDB",
  "username": "sa",
  "password": ""
}

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File extension: *.datasource

Properties:

• location (String): Specifies the location or path of the datasource file within the project. In this example, it is located at /my-project/datasources/MyDB.datasource.
• name (String): Represents the name of the datasource. This is a user-defined name that helps identify and reference the datasource. In this example, it is named MyDB.
• driver (String): Defines the JDBC driver class for the database or service. In this example, the driver class is "org.h2.Driver," which is commonly used for the H2 database.
• url (String): Specifies the JDBC connection URL for accessing the database. The URL format is specific to the database type. In this case, it is jdbc:h2:file:./target/codbex/h2/MyDB for an H2 database.
• username (String): Provides the username for connecting to the database. In this example, the username is sa.
• password (String): Represents the password associated with the provided username. In this case, the password is an empty string, but it would typically be populated with the actual password.

Getting Started:

Create a Datasource File:

Create a new *.datasource file or modify an existing one based on your specific datasource requirements.

Configure Datasource Properties:

Adjust the properties within the file to match the details of your target database or service. Update the location, name, driver class, URL, username, password, and nature accordingly.

Use Datasource in Scripts or Services:

Once configured, you can reference the datasource in your project to establish connections to the associated database or service.

Best Practices:

Secure Credentials:

If using sensitive information such as passwords, ensure that the *.datasource files are appropriately secured. Avoid storing plaintext passwords and consider using secure storage mechanisms.

Validate Connection:

After configuring a datasource, validate the connection to the associated database or service to ensure that the provided details are correct.

Conclusion:

The *.datasource files in the platform provide a convenient and standardized way to configure and manage connections to databases or external services. Customize these files based on your specific datasource requirements to streamline data access within your applications.