Alibaba Cloud AnalyticDB for PostgreSQL + Windsurf Editor: Complete MCP Integration

Alibaba Cloud AnalyticDB for PostgreSQL is a MCP server that An MCP server to connect to AnalyticDB for PostgreSQL instances, query and analyze data..

When integrated with Windsurf Editor, you can:

• Execute SQL queries (SELECT, DML, DDL) on PostgreSQL
• Get comprehensive table statistics and metadata
• Retrieve and analyze query execution plans

This guide provides step-by-step instructions to set up Alibaba Cloud AnalyticDB for PostgreSQL in Windsurf Editor, including configuration, examples, and troubleshooting.

What You'll Achieve

After completing this setup:

• Alibaba Cloud AnalyticDB for PostgreSQL will be fully integrated and operational
• You can use Alibaba Cloud AnalyticDB for PostgreSQL tools directly in Windsurf Editor
• All Alibaba Cloud AnalyticDB for PostgreSQL capabilities will be available for your workflows
• Access to 6 different tools

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

• AnalyticDB for PostgreSQL host endpoint
• Database username
• Database password
• Database name
• Windsurf Editor installed and configured
• Compatible operating system (Desktop App)

Installation

Step 1: Install Alibaba Cloud AnalyticDB for PostgreSQL

Configuration

Step 2: Configure Windsurf Editor

1. Locate your configuration file:

   • Windows: %USERPROFILE%\.codeium\windsurf\mcp_config.json
   • macOS: ~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json
   • Linux: ~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json

2. Add server configuration:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "alibaba-cloud-analyticdb-for-postgresql": {
      "command": "alibaba cloud analyticdb for postgresql",
      "args": []
    }
  }
}

Note: If Alibaba Cloud AnalyticDB for PostgreSQL requires environment variables, add them to the server configuration:
"env": {
  "ADBPG_HOST": "adbpg-cluster-123.ads.aliyuncs.com",
        "ADBPG_PORT": "5432",
        "ADBPG_USER": "analytics_user",
        "ADBPG_PASSWORD": "secure_password123",
        "ADBPG_DATABASE": "analytics_db",
        "GRAPHRAG_ENABLED": "true",
        "LLM_MEMORY_SERVICE_URL": "https://memory-service.example.com"
}

3. Restart Windsurf Editor

Completely quit and restart Windsurf Editor to load the new configuration.

Examples

Once configured, you can use Alibaba Cloud AnalyticDB for PostgreSQL in Windsurf Editor:

Advanced Analytics Pipeline

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Knowledge Graph Construction

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Testing Your Setup

1. Launch Windsurf Editor
2. Verify Alibaba Cloud AnalyticDB for PostgreSQL is available in the tools list
3. Test basic Alibaba Cloud AnalyticDB for PostgreSQL functionality

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Tools Not Appearing

Symptoms: Cascade does not see new tools, Hammer icon missing

Cause: Configuration syntax error or server failed to start.

Solution:

• Check the JSON configuration for syntax errors.
• Verify the command (e.g., npx, python) is in your system PATH.
• Check Windsurf logs for MCP connection errors.

Environment Variables

Symptoms: Authentication failed, Permission denied

Cause: Missing API keys in configuration.

Solution:

• Ensure env block is correctly defined inside the server config.
• Restart Windsurf after changing environment variables.

Alibaba Cloud AnalyticDB for PostgreSQL not appearing in Windsurf Editor

Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available

Cause: Configuration or installation issue

Solution:

• Verify configuration syntax
• Check Alibaba Cloud AnalyticDB for PostgreSQL installation
• Restart Windsurf Editor
• Check logs for error messages

Next Steps

Now that Alibaba Cloud AnalyticDB for PostgreSQL is integrated with Windsurf Editor:

• Explore all Alibaba Cloud AnalyticDB for PostgreSQL capabilities through Windsurf Editor
• Check out other MCP servers that work with Windsurf Editor
• Join the MCP community for tips and support
• Consider contributing to Alibaba Cloud AnalyticDB for PostgreSQL development

Need Help?

• Search for Alibaba Cloud AnalyticDB for PostgreSQL documentation
• Check the Windsurf Editor MCP guide
• Join the MCP community discussions