Bring Data Catalog
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What is the data.world MCP Server?
Integrate data.world, the enterprise data catalog and collaborative data platform, directly into your AI workflow. Discover datasets, monitor data projects, and explore saved queries and insights using natural language.
What you can do
- Data Discovery — Search the entire data.world catalog for relevant datasets and projects.
- Asset Management — List and retrieve detailed information for datasets and projects you own or manage.
- Collection Oversight — Explore curated collections of data assets within your organization.
- Query & Insight Access — List saved SQL/SPARQL queries and published insights for your data projects.
How it works
- Connect the data.world integration to your AI assistant.
- Authorize using your data.world API Token (found in your user settings).
- Manage your data catalog and collaborative projects through intuitive conversation.
Who is this for?
- Data Scientists & Analysts — Quickly find datasets and retrieve query definitions for research.
- Data Stewards — Monitor project status and audit data assets via chat.
- Knowledge Managers — Explore organizational collections and insights during data planning.
Built-in capabilities (10)
Includes field definitions, file listings, tags, and license information. Get detailed information for a specific dataset
world. Returns profile attributes including username, display name, and account-level permissions. Retrieve metadata for the current authenticated user
Resolves project members, associated objective, and the current status of linked resources. Get detailed information for a specific project
Returns a list of saved query definitions, including their language (SQL/SPARQL) and creator metadata. List all saved SQL or SPARQL queries for a dataset
Returns collection identifiers, descriptions, and item counts. List all collections you own or manage
world catalog for datasets owned by the authenticated user. Returns a list of dataset metadata including title, visibility (public/private), and timestamp of last modification. List all datasets you own on data.world
Returns project summaries including role (owner/contributor), creation date, and linked datasets. List all projects you own on data.world
Insights represent documented findings and data visualizations attached to the project workspace. List all insights published within a project
Returns a stream of activity logs including dataset updates, project contributions, and new collection entries. List recent activities in your data.world account
world index. Supports full-text search across titles, descriptions, and tags. Returns a ranked list of matching resources. Search for datasets and projects across data.world
Why CrewAI?
When paired with CrewAI, data.world becomes a first-class tool in your multi-agent workflows. Each agent in the crew can call data.world tools autonomously, one agent queries data, another analyzes results, a third compiles reports, all orchestrated through Vinkius with zero configuration overhead.
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Multi-agent collaboration lets you decompose complex workflows into specialized roles, one agent researches, another analyzes, a third generates reports, each with access to MCP tools
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CrewAI's native MCP integration requires zero adapter code: pass Vinkius Edge URL directly in the
mcpsparameter and agents auto-discover every available tool at runtime - —
Built-in task delegation and shared memory mean agents can pass context between steps without manual state management, enabling multi-hop reasoning across tool calls
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Sequential and hierarchical crew patterns map naturally to real-world workflows: enumerate subdomains → analyze DNS history → check WHOIS records → compile findings into actionable reports
data.world in CrewAI
Why run data.world with Vinkius?
The data.world connection runs on our fully managed, secure cloud infrastructure. We handle the hosting, maintenance, and security so you don't have to deal with servers or code. All 10 tools are ready to work instantly without any complex setup.
You stay in complete control of your data. Your AI only accesses the information you approve, keeping your sensitive passwords and private details completely safe. Plus, with automatic optimizations, your AI works faster and more efficiently.
* Every connection is hosted and maintained by Vinkius. We handle the security, updates, and infrastructure so you don't have to write code or manage servers. See our infrastructure
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Explore our live AI Agents Analytics dashboard to see it all working
This dashboard is included when you connect data.world using Vinkius. You will never be left in the dark about what your AI agents are doing with your tools.
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Professionals who connect data.world to CrewAI through Vinkius don't need to write code, manage servers, or worry about security. Everything is pre-configured, secure, and runs automatically in the background.
Raw MCP | Vinkius | |
|---|---|---|
| Ready-to-use MCPs | Find and configure each manually | 4,000+ MCPs ready to use |
| Connection Setup | Manual coding & server setup | 1-click instant connection |
| Server Hosting | You host it yourself (needs 24/7 uptime) | 100% hosted & managed by Vinkius |
| Security & Privacy | Stored in plaintext config files | Bank-grade encrypted vault |
| Activity Visibility | Blind execution (no logs or tracking) | Live dashboard with real-time logs |
| Cost Control | Runaway AI token spend risk | Automatic budget limits |
| Revoking Access | Must delete files or code to stop | 1-click disconnect button |
How Vinkius secures
data.world for CrewAI
Every request between CrewAI and data.world is protected by our secure gateway. We automatically keep your sensitive data private, prevent unauthorized access, and let you disconnect instantly at any time.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a data.world API Token?
Log in to data.world, go to your user settings, and navigate to the Advanced > API Tokens section to generate a new token.
Can the agent run SQL queries?
This integration currently focuses on discovering assets and retrieving saved query definitions. Executing arbitrary SQL queries is managed via the data.world interface or specialized SDKs.
Does the integration support private datasets?
Yes, as long as the provided API Token has the necessary permissions, the agent can list and retrieve information for any dataset you have access to, including private ones.
How does CrewAI discover and connect to MCP tools?
CrewAI connects to MCP servers lazily. when the crew starts, each agent resolves its MCP URLs and fetches the tool catalog via the standard tools/list method. This means tools are always fresh and reflect the server's current capabilities. No tool schemas need to be hardcoded.
Can different agents in the same crew use different MCP servers?
Yes. Each agent has its own mcps list, so you can assign specific servers to specific roles. For example, a reconnaissance agent might use a domain intelligence server while an analysis agent uses a vulnerability database server.
What happens when an MCP tool call fails during a crew run?
CrewAI wraps tool failures as context for the agent. The LLM receives the error message and can decide to retry with different parameters, fall back to a different tool, or mark the task as partially complete. This resilience is critical for production workflows.
Can CrewAI agents call multiple MCP tools in parallel?
CrewAI agents execute tool calls sequentially within a single reasoning step. However, you can run multiple agents in parallel using process=Process.parallel, each calling different MCP tools concurrently. This is ideal for workflows where separate data sources need to be queried simultaneously.
Can I run CrewAI crews on a schedule (cron)?
Yes. CrewAI crews are standard Python scripts, so you can invoke them via cron, Airflow, Celery, or any task scheduler. The crew.kickoff() method runs synchronously by default, making it straightforward to integrate into existing pipelines.
MCP tools not discovered
Ensure the Edge URL is correct. CrewAI connects lazily when the crew starts. check console output.
Agent not using tools
Make the task description specific. Instead of "do something", say "Use the available tools to list contacts".
Timeout errors
CrewAI has a 10s connection timeout by default. Ensure your network can reach the Edge URL.
Rate limiting or 429 errors
Vinkius enforces per-token rate limits. Check your subscription tier and request quota in the dashboard. Upgrade if you need higher throughput.
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