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Cosmos DB JDBC Driver

Easily connect live Cosmos DB data with Java-based BI, ETL, reporting, AI/ML & custom apps.

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The Cosmos DB JDBC Driver enables users to connect with live Cosmos DB data, directly from any applications that support JDBC connectivity. Rapidly create and deploy powerful Java applications that integrate with Cosmos DB.

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Cosmos DB JDBC Connectivity Features

Access any Azure CosmosDB instance setup using the MongoDB API
Enables SQL-92 capabilities on Azure Cosmos DB NoSQL data.
Flexible NoSQL flattening - automatic schema generation, flexible querying etc.
Connect to live Azure Cosmos DB data, for real-time data access with the Azure Cosmos DB JDBC Driver
Full support for data aggregation and complex JOINs in SQL queries
Secure connectivity through modern cryptography, including TLS 1.2, SHA-256, ECC, etc.
Seamless integration with leading BI, reporting, and ETL tools and with custom applications via the Cosmos DB Connector.

Target Service, API

The driver connects to Azure Cosmos DB via SQL API. Supports partitioned collections and multi-region deployments.

Schema, Data Model

Models Cosmos DB containers as tables with automatic schema detection. Handles nested documents and arrays with flattening options.

Key Objects

Databases, Containers (Collections), Documents, Stored Procedures, Triggers, and User-Defined Functions. Access to all Cosmos DB data.

Operations

SQL queries translated to Cosmos DB SQL. Full CRUD operations with support for partial updates. Handles partition keys automatically.

Authentication

Azure AD authentication or Master Key/Resource Tokens. Connection requires account endpoint and authentication credentials.

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JDBC access to Azure Cosmos DB

Full-featured and consistent SQL access to any supported data source through JDBC

Certified Compatibility*

Our drivers undergo extensive testing and are certified to be compatible with leading analytics and reporting applications like SAP Crystal Reports, Pentaho, Business Objects, Crystal Reports and many more.
Metadata Discovery

Full support for JDBC DatabaseMetaData provides extensive schema discovery capabilities. Explore tables, columns, keys, and other data constructs based on user identity.
Developer Friendly

Design-time support for all major Java IDEs, including Eclipse, IntelliJ, and NetBeans.
JDBC Remoting

Our exclusive remoting feature allows hosting the JDBC connection on a server to enable connections from various clients on any platform (Java, .NET, C++, PHP, Python), using any standards-based technology (ODBC, JDBC, etc.). JDBC Remoting is enabled using the popular MySQL wire protocol server.
Replication and Caching

Our replication and caching commands make it easy to copy data to local and cloud data stores such as Oracle, SQL Server, Google Cloud SQL, etc. The replication commands include many features that allow for intelligent incremental updates to cached data.

String, Date, Numeric SQL Functions

The driver includes a library of over 50 functions that can manipulate column values into the desired result. Popular examples include Regex, JSON, and XML processing functions.
Collaborative Query Processing

Our drivers enhance the data source's capabilities by additional client-side processing, when needed, to enable analytic summaries of data such as SUM, AVG, MAX, MIN, etc.
Easily Customizable and Configurable

The data model exposed by our JDBC Drivers can easily be customized to add or remove tables/columns, change data types, etc. without requiring a new build. These customizations are supported at runtime using human-readable schema files that are easy to edit.
Secure Connectivity

Includes standard Enterprise-class security features such as TLS/ SSL data encryption for all client-server communications.

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Data integration & ETL

Integrate Cosmos DB into your systems and data warehouses through popular Java-based ETL/EAI tools. Supports both self-hosted environments and cloud service deployment.

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BI, reporting & data virtualization

Connect to Cosmos DB from any JDBC-compatible BI, reporting, and data virtualization platform. Provides seamless integration using SQL as the standard query interface across all tools.

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Custom Java applications

Use the Cosmos DB JDBC Driver to rapidly deliver Java-based applications that connect with Cosmos DB. Universal SQL-based interactivity simplifies integration and speeds time to market.

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Connect to Cosmos DB—empower every team

Management & data consumer team
- CData JDBC Drivers for Cosmos DB act as if they are a native connector for your ETL, BI, and data virtualization tools.
- Organizations can connect to new services to capture a full view of the business, or migrate to modern data technology while maintaining connections to existing systems.
- Speed up your AI initiative with CData. Connect your data with the AI / ML platform of your choice.
IT Team

Need to integrate your internal systems with Cosmos DB? CData JDBC Drivers let you do it easily. Java-based applications can connect to Cosmos DB with SQL/JDBC—any ETL, EAI (Enterprise Application Integration), or ESB (Enterprise Service Bus) can connect to Cosmos DB.
ISVs & cloud service vendors for embedded JDBC
- Embed CData JDBC Drivers for Cosmos DB in your product and differentiate with your connectivity.
- Standard SQL access. Stop researching different authentication, data models, and query methods.
- Use your resources to build your product—CData takes care of your connectivity.
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AI-assisted development with CData CLI

Build Cosmos DB integrations faster with AI that understands your schema

Schema-aware AI

CData CLI gives AI coding tools access to your Cosmos DB schema. No more guessing table names or column types—AI sees the same metadata in your JDBC Drivers.

Your AI knows SQL

How to find table names, column names, and how to generate SQL syntax are things that AI knows well from millions of training data. No need for customization, no hallucinations. Your AI acts like a domain specialist to Cosmos DB.

More accurate, more token-efficient

With CData CLI's queryable schema detection and highly efficient queries with filters, aggregation, joins with correct pushdown, your AI will achieve more accuracy with less token usage.

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FAQs

Frequently asked Cosmos DB JDBC driver questions

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Can Cosmos DB be used with Java?

Yes, Cosmos DB can be used with Java . CData provides a JDBC type 4/5 driver for Cosmos DB that allows Java applications to connect to Cosmos DB using standard JDBC APIs. This driver enables you to execute SQL queries, manage connections, and process data stored in Cosmos DB from Java, or any Java-based application that supports JDBC.
Does Cosmos DB support JDBC?
Not natively. However, CData offers a JDBC driver for Cosmos DB that allows you to connect to Cosmos DB data from any Java-based application that supports JDBC, just like you would access a traditional database. This can be useful for tasks like:
- Accessing Cosmos DB from applications: Connect to Cosmos DB data in popular tools and applications including Informatica, Talend, Apache Spark, Apache NiFi, and many others.
- Real-time data: You can work with live Cosmos DB data within these applications, enabling tasks like reporting and analysis.
- Connecting systems: Build data integrations between Cosmos DB and other systems.
The Cosmos DB JDBC driver is a pure Java type 4/5 driver with comprehensive ANSI SQL-92 support. This means that virtually any application that can connect to data via JDBC, can use the CData JDBC driver for real-time integration. Download a fully functional free trial of the Cosmos DB JDBC driver today to get started.
Is there a JDBC driver for Cosmos DB?

Yes, the CData JDBC driver for Cosmos DB provides universal JDBC data connectivity for Cosmos DB. The Cosmos DB JDBC driver offers a simple SQL-based layer of abstraction that simplifies real-time data access for users and applications, enabling them to communicate with Cosmos DB using a standardized set of functions. Virtually any application on any platform can use the CData JDBC driver for real-time integration.
How do I connect to Cosmos DB via JDBC?

Connectivity to Cosmos DB via JDBC is easy. First, download and install the Cosmos DB JDBC driver.

Once the installation is complete, navigate to the JDBC driver documentation page. Here, you'll find a wealth of information about the installed driver. The step-by-step instructions for creating a DSN and using it to connect to Cosmos DB via JDBC are just the beginning. The documentation also provides extensive configuration details for using the Cosmos DB JDBC driver with all your favorite applications and development tools, ensuring you have all the support you need.
Where can I download a JDBC driver for Cosmos DB?

All of the CData JDBC drivers, including the Cosmos DB JDBC driver are available for download online. To get started, download a fully functional free trial of the Cosmos DB JDBC driver today.
How do I install the JDBC driver for Cosmos DB?

To install the Cosmos DB driver, simply download one of the Cosmos DB JDBC driver installers available online. The installers are comprehensive setup utilities that will install all the components required to use the Cosmos DB JDBC driver on your system.