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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 the Snowflake Connector:

  1. Log in to OpenMetadata SaaS

    1. Navigate to Connections > Databases.
    2. Click Add New Service.
Connections page with Add New Service highlighted

  1. Select Database Type

    1. Choose the database type for your service. In this example, select Snowflake.
    2. Enter the required details, such as the Name and Description, to identify the database.
Selecting Database Service

  1. 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 Snowflake Connector documentationfor more information.
Configure Service Updating Connection Details

  1. Test the Connection

Click Test Connection to verify the setup. This will check if OpenMetadata can reach the Snowflake service. Verifying the Test Connection

  1. Set Default Data Filters

Configure default filters to control which databases, schemas, and tables are included or excluded during ingestion.

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.
These filters help streamline the ingestion process by targeting only the relevant data assets.