Amazon DynamoDB JDBC Driver

Easily connect live Amazon DynamoDB data with Java-based BI, ETL, Reporting, AI/ML & Custom Apps.

The Amazon DynamoDB JDBC Driver enables users to connect with live Amazon DynamoDB data, directly from any applications that support JDBC connectivity. Connect Java applications with the DynamoDB real-time NoSQL cloud database service. Use Amazon DynamoDB as the big data backend that powers your Java/J2EE applications.

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Amazon DynamoDB JDBC Connectivity Features

Perform value-sensitive queries that properly interface with the loose typing available in DynamoDB columns
Easily insert and update entire DynamoDB documents and lists
Compatible with the current version of the DynamoDB REST API, version 2012-08-10
Makes use of DynamoDB indexing for improved performance
Enables SQL-92 capabilities on Amazon DynamoDB NoSQL data.
Flexible NoSQL flattening - automatic schema generation, flexible querying etc.
Connect to live Amazon DynamoDB data, for real-time data access with the Amazon DynamoDB 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 Amazon DynamoDB Connector.

Target Service, API

The driver connects to Amazon DynamoDB NoSQL database service. Supports all DynamoDB table types and indexes.

Schema, Data Model

Models DynamoDB tables as relational tables. Handles DynamoDB's schema-less nature with dynamic column detection.

Key Objects

Tables, Global Secondary Indexes, Local Secondary Indexes, and Streams. Access to all DynamoDB data types including sets and documents.

Operations

Full CRUD operations with SQL-92 support. Efficient scans and queries using indexes. Supports conditional operations and atomic counters.

Authentication

AWS authentication using Access Key/Secret Key, IAM roles, or temporary credentials. Supports cross-region access.

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JDBC Access to Amazon DynamoDB

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 Amazon DynamoDB 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 Amazon DynamoDB 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 Amazon DynamoDB JDBC Driver to rapidly deliver Java-based applications that connect with Amazon DynamoDB. Universal SQL-based interactivity simplifies integration and speeds time to market.

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Connect to Amazon DynamoDB — empower every team

Management & Data Consumer Team

CData JDBC Drivers for Amazon DynamoDB will act as if it is a native connector for you ETL, BI, Data Virtualization tool.
Organizations can connect to the new services to capture full view of business, or migrate to modern data technology while maintaining the connection to existing sytems.
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 Amazon DynamoDB? CData JDBC Drivers let you do it easily. Java based applications can easily connect to Amazon DynamoDB with SQL/JDBC — any ETL, EAI (Enterprise Application Integration), ESB (Enterpriese Service Bus) can connect to Amazon DynamoDB.

ISVs & Cloud Service Vendors for embedded JDBC

Embed CData JDBC Drivers for Amazon DynamoDB to your product and differentiate with your connectivity
Standard SQL access. Stop researching on different authentication, data model and query methods.
Utilize your resource to build your product, CData takes care of your connectivity

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Frequently Asked Amazon DynamoDB JDBC Driver Questions

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Can Amazon DynamoDB be used with Java?

Yes, Amazon DynamoDB can be used with Java . CData provides a JDBC type 4/5 driver for Amazon DynamoDB that allows Java applications to connect to Amazon DynamoDB using standard JDBC APIs. This driver enables you to execute SQL queries, manage connections, and process data stored in Amazon DynamoDB from Java, or any Java-based application that supports JDBC.

Does Amazon DynamoDB support JDBC?

Not natively. However, CData offers a JDBC driver for Amazon DynamoDB that allows you to connect to Amazon DynamoDB 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 Amazon DynamoDB from applications: Connect to Amazon DynamoDB data in popular tools and applications including Informatica, Talend, Apache Spark, Apache NiFi, and many others.
Real-time data: You can work with live Amazon DynamoDB data within these applications, enabling tasks like reporting and analysis.
Connecting systems: Build data integrations between Amazon DynamoDB and other systems.

The Amazon DynamoDB 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 Amazon DynamoDB JDBC driver today to get started.

Is there a JDBC driver for Amazon DynamoDB?

Yes, the CData JDBC driver for Amazon DynamoDB provides universal JDBC data connectivity for Amazon DynamoDB. The Amazon DynamoDB 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 Amazon DynamoDB 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 Amazon DynamoDB via JDBC?

Connectivity to Amazon DynamoDB via JDBC is easy. First, download and install the Amazon DynamoDB 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 Amazon DynamoDB via JDBC are just the beginning. The documentation also provides extensive configuration details for using the Amazon DynamoDB 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 Amazon DynamoDB?

All of the CData JDBC drivers, including the Amazon DynamoDB JDBC driver are available for download online. To get started, download a fully functional free trial of the Amazon DynamoDB JDBC driver today.

How do I install the JDBC driver for Amazon DynamoDB?

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