Bring Data Lake
to VS Code Copilot
Create your Vinkius account to connect Starburst to VS Code Copilot and start using all 6 AI tools in minutes. Fully managed, enterprise secure, and ready to use without writing a single line of code. No hosting, no server setup — just connect and start using.
Compatible with every major AI agent and IDE
What is the Starburst MCP Server?
Integrate the powerful federated data analytics capabilities of Starburst directly into your conversational AI workflows. Empower your data engineering and analytics teams to query extensive data lakes, manage organizational roles, and explore detailed schemas without needing to explicitly switch between database clients. Securely map your AI assistant to your Starburst host, enabling natural language orchestration of complex Trino-based data products to accelerate data discovery and governance across your entire enterprise architecture.
What you can do
- Federated Query Execution — Pass complex SQL statements programmatically against your connected data sources utilizing
execute_query, receiving structured analytic returns directly. - Schema & Catalog Discovery — Actively map your data landscape by inspecting linked databases invoking
list_catalogs, and drill down into specific table hierarchies usinglist_schemas. - Data Product Management — Manage and retrieve existing analytical data products across the Starburst network systematically validating data definitions using
list_data_products. - Governance & Role Administration — Inspect access control limitations securely by navigating role assignments formally deploying requests through
list_rolesand evaluating privilege thresholds.
How it works
- Install the Starburst MCP connector, binding it inherently to your active LLM assistant.
- In the MCP configurations, provide your
STARBURST_HOSTand yourSTARBURST_TOKENto securely establish a persistent communication session. - Instruct the AI: "Execute a query listing the top 10 rows from the 'customer_analytics' table located in our 'production_hive' catalog, and summarize the data."
Who is this for?
- Data Engineers — Radically streamline data auditing by parsing schemas, managing catalogs, and iterating over queries utilizing an intuitive conversational interface.
- Data Analysts — Explore massive federated datasets without writing rigorous boilerplate connection scripts, leveraging AI to construct and execute complex SQL instantly.
- Data Governance Managers — Maintain strict oversight of access limitations continuously verifying role assignments and auditing internal data products natively.
Built-in capabilities (6)
Retrieves details for a specific SQL query
g., S3, Snowflake, Iceberg) are connected. Lists all data catalogs available in Starburst Galaxy
Lists all published data products
Lists data product domains
Lists recent SQL queries executed in the cluster
Lists all security roles in the organization
Why VS Code Copilot?
GitHub Copilot Agent mode brings Starburst data directly into your VS Code workflow. With a project-scoped config, the entire team shares access to 6 tools. Copilot queries live data, generates typed code, and writes tests from actual API responses, all without leaving the editor.
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VS Code is used by over 70% of developers. adding MCP tools to Copilot means your team can leverage external data without leaving their primary editor
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Project-scoped MCP configs (
.vscode/mcp.json) let you commit server configurations to your repository, ensuring the entire team shares the same tool access - —
Copilot's Agent mode integrates MCP tools seamlessly with file editing, terminal commands, and workspace search in a single agentic loop
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GitHub's enterprise compliance and audit features extend to MCP tool usage, providing visibility into how AI interacts with external services
Starburst in VS Code Copilot
Why run Starburst with Vinkius?
The Starburst 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 6 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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This dashboard is included when you connect Starburst using Vinkius. You will never be left in the dark about what your AI agents are doing with your tools.
Starburst and 4,000+ other AI tools. No hosting, no code, ready to use.
Professionals who connect Starburst to VS Code Copilot 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
Starburst for VS Code Copilot
Every request between VS Code Copilot and Starburst 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
Can the AI run write or drop queries?
That depends on your token's permissions. The execute_query tool passes any SQL to Starburst. To prevent mutations, provision a read-only token via your Starburst security settings.
How do I handle queries that return thousands of rows?
Always add a LIMIT clause in your SQL. Large result sets can exceed the AI's context window. Instruct the agent to use LIMIT 10 or LIMIT 50 to keep responses manageable.
What credentials do I need?
Two values: STARBURST_HOST (your cluster URL, e.g., https://mycluster.trino.galaxy.starburst.io) and STARBURST_TOKEN (a service account token from your Starburst admin settings).
Which VS Code version supports MCP?
MCP support requires VS Code 1.99 or later with the GitHub Copilot extension. Ensure both are updated to the latest version. Older versions of Copilot may not expose the Agent mode toggle.
How do I switch to Agent mode?
Open the Copilot Chat panel and look for two mode options: "Ask" and "Agent". Click "Agent" to enable autonomous tool calling. In Ask mode, Copilot provides conversational answers but cannot invoke MCP tools.
Can I restrict which MCP tools Copilot can access?
Yes. VS Code shows a tool consent dialog before any MCP tool is invoked for the first time. You can also configure tool access policies at the organization level through GitHub Copilot settings.
Does MCP work in VS Code Remote or Codespaces?
Yes. MCP servers configured via .vscode/mcp.json work in Remote SSH, WSL, and GitHub Codespaces environments. The MCP connection is established from the remote host, so ensure the server URL is accessible from that environment.
MCP tools not available
Ensure you are in Agent mode in Copilot Chat. MCP tools only appear in Agent mode.
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