2.5.3 Application Data Services Connectors

DFCS includes built-in connectors called Application Data Services (ADS) that help send data to the application database via Connectors. To use this feature, you need to set up a connection between the two cloud systems by entering the required details in the Data Services Subscriptions UI.

The Application Connectors interface displays connector details in a structured table format, providing insights into their status, source, target catalogs, and mappings.

You can initiate a connection using either of the following methods:
  • From the LHS menu, click Data Catalog → Application Connectors.
  • or, navigate to the DFCS interface → Data Catalogs → Application Connectors.
    1. Click on any Connectors to view the summary screen.

      Table 2-10 Connectors Summary User Interface

      Column Description
      Search Use this to find connectors by name, status, source catalog, target catalog, or created by.
      Status Indicates the current status of the connector:
      • Draft – The connector is still being edited.
      • Validated – The connector has been validated but not yet published.
      Published – The connector is finalized and available for use.
      Connector Name Displays the name of the connector, along with details of:
      • Last created by
      • Who created it
      Time since creation
      Target Catalog & Entity Specifies the name of the target catalog and entity associated with the connector.
      Source Catalog Displays the name of the source catalog linked to the connector.
      Number of Mappings Shows the number of mappings and allows users to view comments for the Business Term.
      Create New Connector Allows users to create custom connectors.
      Connector Extension Template (.xlsx) Download the template to update details and upload.
    2. Click the three-dot menu (⋯) next to a connector.
    3. Select one of the following options based on the publish status.
      • View – to review connector details and view is common for predefined and custom connectors.
      • Edit – to modify connector configurations. Only custom connectors can edit the details.
      • Download – to export connector details. The download option is enabled for predefined and custom connectors that are already published.
      • Publish Connector – to publish the custom connector. The publish connector option is available only if the connector status is Validate.

      Note:

      Predefined (seeded) connectors cannot be edited directly, they can only be extended.