• INVENTORY
  • AUDIT
  • MAPPING
  • HUMAN

How to map data source connections with your AI

Connect Mode to your AI client once. From then on, you can audit your entire data infrastructure through a simple chat interface.

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Short answer

How can I see all my Mode data connections?

Your AI client uses the list_data_sources tool to pull a live inventory of every database and warehouse tied to your Mode workspace. You'll get a clear list of active connections without digging through workspace settings. This breakdown shows exactly what your AI can see.

The results you get

Where your connection data lands

Mapping your connections gives you immediate visibility into your data footprint.

INVENTORY

Complete connection list

The AI identifies every active database and warehouse linked to Mode. You get a clean list of names and types.

AUDIT

Connection status check

The AI pulls the current state of your data sources. You can quickly see which warehouses are currently active in your workspace.

MAPPING

Data source overview

The AI organizes your connections into a readable format. This makes it easy to understand how your data is distributed.

HUMAN

Manual configuration

The AI cannot add or delete connections. You still handle all credential management and new source setups in the Mode UI.

The workflow

What your AI does when the request arrives.

The AI handles the heavy lifting of querying the Mode API so you don't have to.

  1. Querying Mode

    The AI reaches into your Mode workspace to find all registered data sources.

    list_data_sources

  2. Parsing connections

    The AI reads the raw data from the connection list and identifies the specific database types.

    list_data_sources

  3. Formatting results

    The AI turns the technical connection data into a plain English list for you to read.

    list_data_sources

  4. Answering questions

    The AI uses the gathered list to answer follow-up questions about your specific data architecture.

    list_data_sources

Try it

Copy these to start.

Use these prompts to begin interacting with your Mode data.

Starting points

These are basic starting lines. You can swap out specific database names or workspace details as needed.

Mode Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Ir1DkTkXUOZ1DX9dDLLFHnh4Dztuz00MXlUCaLT9/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — Mode capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mode-collaborative-data-platform-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Ir1DkTkXUOZ1DX9dDLLFHnh4Dztuz00MXlUCaLT9/mcp"
    }
  }
}
Copy into chat04

  • List all the active data source connections in my Mode workspace.

  • Which warehouses are currently connected to my Mode account?

  • Show me a list of all my database connections in Mode.

  • Can you tell me how many data sources are active in my Mode workspace?

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Start here

Connect Mode once, then ask.

Just click the link to connect your Mode account. Your credentials stay encrypted and secure, and you can start chatting with your data immediately.

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FAQ

How this task behaves

  • 01

    Can the AI add new database connections to Mode?

    No. The AI can only read existing connection information using the available tools.

  • 02

    Does the AI have permission to run queries on my databases?

    No. This specific task only lists the connections themselves, not the data inside the tables.

  • 03

    Can I delete a connection through the chat interface?

    No. You must manage or remove connections directly within the Mode platform.

  • 04

    Will the AI see my database passwords?

    No. The AI only accesses the metadata provided by the Mode API to list the sources.

  • 05

    How often does the list update?

    The list is real-time. Every time you ask, the AI performs a fresh check of your current Mode workspace.

  • More questions about Mode? The Connector page answers them. See everything the Mode Connector can do

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