How do I install the skysql mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

What credentials does it need?

It reads `SKYSQL_API_KEY` from the environment. Store these in your client's env block or a secrets manager — never commit them to a repository — and grant the narrowest scope that still covers your use case.

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SkySQL MCP Server

SkySQL MCP server and client repository.

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What is the SkySQL MCP Server?

SkySQL MCP server and client repository.

What it actually does

This package contains everything needed to set up the SkySQL/MariaDB Cloud MCP (Model Context Protocol) server, which provides a powerful interface for managing SkySQL MariaDB database instances and interacting with AI Agents.

Launch and manage serverless MariaDB database instances
Interact with AI-powered database agents
Execute SQL queries directly on SkySQL (MySQL/MariaDB) instances
Manage database credentials and IP allowlists
List and monitor database services

Configuration

Python 3.10 or higher - A SkySQL/MariaDB Cloud API key

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Maintainer setup documentation.

How to install the SkySQL MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "skysql": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "@wong2/mcp-cli"],
      "env": {
        "SKYSQL_API_KEY": "your-value"
      }
    }
  }
}

Add to claude_desktop_config.json, then restart Claude Desktop.

Configuration

Python 3.10 or higher - A SkySQL/MariaDB Cloud API key

Variable	Description	Required
SKYSQL_API_KEY	Credential the server authenticates with.	Yes

Example prompts to try

“Use SkySQL to Prerequisites.”
“Use SkySQL to Cursor.”
“Use SkySQL to Windsurf.”

Frequently asked questions

SkySQL MCP server and client repository. Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.