Integration
Connect your AI agents and workflows to external systems, databases, and services.
Axellero Studio provides comprehensive integration capabilities for designing connections between your AI solutions and external systems. While Studio serves as your design-time configuration interface, the AI agents and workflows you build use these integrations at runtime to access databases, APIs, and services.
Overview
Configure these integration types in Studio for runtime use by your AI agents and workflows:
- 200+ Pre-built Connectors for databases, APIs, and popular services
- MCP Protocol Support for custom tools and specialized services
- Built-in Axellero Services including managed database and file storage
- Enterprise-grade Security with multiple authentication methods
- Real-time Sync and automatic schema detection
Choose Your Integration Approach
| Integration Type | Best For | Setup Time | Technical Expertise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-built Connectors | Common databases, popular APIs, standard services | Minutes | Minimal - GUI configuration |
| MCP Servers | Custom tools, legacy systems, specialized services | Hours | Moderate - Protocol setup |
| Built-in Services | Axellero Database, Storage, Email | Instant | None - Ready to use |
Integration Types Comparison
| Integration Type | Purpose | Use Cases | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connectors | Pre-configured connections to common systems | Database queries, API calls, service integrations (configured in Studio, used by agents/workflows at runtime) | Quick setup, standardized configuration, automatic schema detection |
| MCP Servers | Protocol-based external tool access | Custom tools, specialized services, external APIs (agents/workflows become MCP clients at runtime) | Flexible integration protocol, extensible architecture, standardized communication |
Built-in Axellero Services
Start immediately with Axellero's managed services:
| Service | Description | Use Cases | Setup Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axellero Database | Managed PostgreSQL with spreadsheet interface | Application data, user records, business logic | None - Auto-provisioned |
| Axellero Storage | Hosted file storage with CDN | File uploads, document management, media assets | None - Ready to use |
| Axellero Email | Transactional email service | Notifications, user communications, alerts | None - Pre-configured |
Connector Categories
Connect to external systems with pre-built connectors:
| Category | Popular Systems | Key Capabilities | Setup Complexity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Databases | PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, SQLite, Oracle, SQL Server | Auto schema detection, query builder, real-time sync | Low - Connection string |
| REST APIs | Stripe, Twilio, SendGrid, any HTTP service | Request builder, error handling, rate limiting | Low - API key setup |
| GraphQL | GitHub, Shopify, Contentful | Schema introspection, type safety, subscriptions | Medium - Endpoint + auth |
| Cloud Services | AWS S3, Google Drive, Dropbox | File operations, bucket management, permissions | Medium - Service credentials |
| Business Tools | Salesforce, HubSpot, Slack, Notion | CRM sync, notifications, data import/export | Medium - OAuth setup |
MCP Server Capabilities
| Server Type | Tool Integration | Service Features | Integration Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| External APIs | REST services, GraphQL endpoints | Custom API integration, data transformation | Standardized protocol, reliable communication |
| Custom Tools | Command-line tools, scripts | Process automation, system integration | Tool standardization, consistent interface |
| Specialized Services | Domain-specific services, legacy systems | Business logic integration, data processing | Service abstraction, protocol consistency |
| AI/ML Services | AI models, analytics services | Machine learning, data analysis | Model integration, processing standardization |
Quick Start Paths
| If you want to... | Start here | Time to setup | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connect a database | Database Connectors | 5 minutes | Easy |
| Call an API | REST API Connectors | 10 minutes | Easy |
| Store files | Built-in Axellero Storage | Instant | None |
| Send emails | Built-in Axellero Email | Instant | None |
| Custom integration | MCP Servers | 1-2 hours | Advanced |
Getting Started
- Set up your first connector - Connect to a database or API in minutes
- Try built-in services - Use Axellero Database and Storage instantly
- Configure MCP servers - Add custom tools and services
- Use integrations in workflows - Leverage connections in your automation
- Monitor and optimize - Track performance and usage
Integration Use Cases
| Scenario | Connector Usage (Runtime) | MCP Server Usage (Runtime) | Design vs Runtime |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Support | Agents/workflows access CRM data, ticket systems | Agents/workflows call external tools, custom services | Studio configures connections → Runtime execution via agents |
| Data Processing | Workflows read/write databases, access file storage | Workflows use custom processing, external analytics | Studio sets up connectors → Runtime data flow via workflows |
| Business Automation | Workflows integrate ERP, send notifications | Agents call custom business logic, validation services | Studio designs integrations → Runtime automation via workflows |
| Content Management | Workflows integrate CMS, handle file operations | Agents use external processors, transformation tools | Studio configures access → Runtime processing via agents |
| E-commerce | Workflows handle payments, manage inventory | Agents validate with external services, apply business rules | Studio sets up payment flow → Runtime execution via workflows |
Next Steps
New to integrations? Start with Connectors to connect popular services in minutes.
Need custom integration? Explore MCP Servers for flexible protocol-based connections.
Ready to build? Check out our integration tutorials and best practices guide.