Azure/data-api-builder
Data Api Builder
Data API builder is a service that automatically generates REST and GraphQL endpoints directly from database schemas and stored procedures. By interpreting database metadata, it provides immediate programmatic access to information without requiring the development of custom backend routes or manual query logic.
The engine distinguishes itself through a metadata-driven translation layer that maps incoming HTTP requests to native database queries while enforcing granular, role-based access control and row-level security policies. It includes a dedicated bridge for AI agents, allowing these systems to interact with database schemas and retrieve records using natural language commands through standardized protocols.
The platform manages application behavior through a declarative configuration engine, supporting modular request pipelines that handle authentication, rate limiting, and query transformation. It incorporates performance-oriented features such as in-memory query caching and resource consumption limits to maintain stability under heavy load. Operational visibility is supported through standardized logging, tracing, and health monitoring endpoints.
Users manage the service lifecycle, configuration, and deployment tasks through a command-line interface. The system supports secure, decoupled settings by dynamically injecting environment variables and sensitive credentials from external management services.
