How to Seamlessly Import TaxJar Data into IBM SPSS Modeler

IBM SPSS Modeler is a powerful data mining and predictive analytics platform that enables organizations to extract valuable insights from their data. By connecting TaxJar data data to SPSS Modeler via the CData ODBC Driver for TaxJar, you can leverage real-time access for advanced data mining, predictive modeling, and statistical analysis.

This guide takes you through the steps of connecting IBM SPSS Modeler to TaxJar data, enabling seamless data import, preparation, and analysis. With the CData ODBC Driver for TaxJar, you can unlock the full potential of your TaxJar data data within IBM SPSS Modeler for actionable insights.

Overview

Here is an overview of the steps:

1. CONFIGURE THE ODBC DRIVER: Set up a connection to TaxJar data in the CData ODBC Driver for TaxJar by entering the required connection properties.
2. SET UP ODBC CONNECTION IN SPSS MODELER: Establish the ODBC connection within IBM SPSS Modeler by selecting the configured DSN.
3. IMPORT AND PROCESS DATA: Import the TaxJar data data into SPSS Modeler, then review, filter, transform, and prepare the data for predictive analytics and statistical modeling.

Configure the TaxJar DSN Using the CData ODBC Driver

To start, configure the DSN (Data Source Name) for TaxJar data in your system using the CData ODBC Driver. Download and install a 30-day free trial with all the features from here.

Once installed, launch the ODBC Data Source Administrator:

• On Windows: Search for ODBC Data Source Administrator in the Start menu and open the application.
• On Mac: Open Applications, go to Utilities, and select ODBC Manager.
• On Linux: Use the command line to launch ODBC Data Source Administrator or use unixODBC if installed.

Once launched, double-click on the CData TaxJar data Source and enter the required values to establish a connection:

To authenticate to the TaxJar API, you will need to first obtain the API Key from the TaxJar UI.

NOTE: the API is available only for Professional and Premium TaxJar plans.

If you already have a Professional or Premium plan you can find the API Key by logging in the TaxJar UI and navigating to Account -> TaxJar API. After obtaining the API Key, you can set it in the APIKey connection property.

Additional Notes

• By default, the CData connector will retrieve data of the last 3 months in cases where the entity support date range filtering. You can set StartDate to specify the minimum creation date of the data retrieved.
• If the API Key has been created for a sandbox API account please set UseSandbox to true, but not all endpoints will work as expected. For more information, refer to the TaxJar developer documentation.

Setup an ODBC Connection in IBM SPSS Modeler

After configuring the DSN, it's time to connect to it in IBM SPSS Modeler:

• Launch IBM SPSS Modeler, log in, and create a new stream.
• From the Sources palette, locate the Database node, and drag it onto the canvas.
• Double-click the Database node to open the configuration dialog. Select , browse to select the configured DSN, then click OK.
• In the Database dialog, browse to select the table(s) you’d like to import, preview the data, and click OK to finalize.

You are now ready to process and analyze the TaxJar data data in IBM SPSS Modeler.

Process Data: Filter, Categories, and Model

Once the tables are imported, you can refine, filter, categorize, and model your TaxJar data data in SPSS Modeler:

• Filtering: Double-click your Database connection, go to the Filter section, and select/deselect fields to focus on relevant data. This improves processing speed and model accuracy.
• Set Data Types and Roles: Categorize your fields and assign roles to each data type by navigating to the Types section.
• Perform a Basic Analysis: Drag and drop the Analysis node next to your Database node, connect them, and click the Play button to run the stream and analyze the data.

You have now performed a simple analysis, enabling SPSS Modeler to process and display insights from your database.

Unlock the Potential of Your TaxJar Data with CData

With the CData ODBC Driver for TaxJar, connecting TaxJar data data to IBM SPSS Modeler is seamless. Start your free trial today and unlock the full potential of your real-time data for advanced analytics and decision-making.