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HBase JDBC Driver

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

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

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HBase JDBC Connectivity Features

Accepts application SQL queries and generates execution plans
Connects to HBase REST Server 0.0.3, available in HBase version 0.98 and above
Maps ANSI SQL-92 to HBase REST API calls
Includes Apache Knox Gateway support
Connect to live Apache HBase data, for real-time data access with the Apache HBase 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 HBase Connector.

Target Service, API

The driver connects to Apache HBase via REST API or Thrift. Provides SQL interface to HBase tables.

Schema, Data Model

Models HBase tables with column families as relational tables. Handles sparse data model.

Key Objects

Tables, Column Families, and Rows. Access to all HBase data with appropriate permissions.

Operations

CRUD operations on HBase data. Scan and filter operations. Limited JOIN support.

Authentication

Kerberos authentication for secure clusters. Simple authentication for unsecured clusters.

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JDBC access to Apache HBase

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

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Connect to HBase—empower every team

Management & data consumer team
- CData JDBC Drivers for HBase 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 HBase? CData JDBC Drivers let you do it easily. Java-based applications can connect to HBase with SQL/JDBC—any ETL, EAI (Enterprise Application Integration), or ESB (Enterprise Service Bus) can connect to HBase.
ISVs & cloud service vendors for embedded JDBC
- Embed CData JDBC Drivers for HBase 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 HBase integrations faster with AI that understands your schema

Schema-aware AI

CData CLI gives AI coding tools access to your HBase 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 HBase.

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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 HBase JDBC driver questions

Learn more about HBase JDBC drivers for data and analytics integration

Can HBase be used with Java?

Yes, HBase can be used with Java . CData provides a JDBC type 4/5 driver for HBase that allows Java applications to connect to HBase using standard JDBC APIs. This driver enables you to execute SQL queries, manage connections, and process data stored in HBase from Java, or any Java-based application that supports JDBC.
Does HBase support JDBC?
Not natively. However, CData offers a JDBC driver for HBase that allows you to connect to HBase 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 HBase from applications: Connect to HBase data in popular tools and applications including Informatica, Talend, Apache Spark, Apache NiFi, and many others.
- Real-time data: You can work with live HBase data within these applications, enabling tasks like reporting and analysis.
- Connecting systems: Build data integrations between HBase and other systems.
The HBase 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 HBase JDBC driver today to get started.
Is there a JDBC driver for HBase?

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

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

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

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