beginner⏱️ 10-20 minutes📅 Updated June 2026

Step-by-step guide to integrate Apache Doris MCP server with Windsurf Editor. Enhanced Windsurf Editor functionality with Apache Doris integration.

Apache Doris + Windsurf Editor: Complete MCP Integration

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When integrated with Windsurf Editor, you can:

  • Access Apache Doris functionality through Windsurf Editor

This guide provides step-by-step instructions to set up Apache Doris in Windsurf Editor, including configuration, examples, and troubleshooting.

What You'll Achieve

After completing this setup:

  • Apache Doris will be fully integrated and operational
  • You can use Apache Doris tools directly in Windsurf Editor
  • All Apache Doris capabilities will be available for your workflows

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

  • Windsurf Editor installed and configured
  • Compatible operating system (Desktop App)

Installation

Step 1: Install Apache Doris

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": {
    "apache-doris": {
      "command": "apache doris",
      "args": []
    }
  }
}

Note: If Apache Doris requires environment variables, add them to the server configuration:
"env": {
  
}

  1. Restart Windsurf Editor

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

Examples

Once configured, you can use Apache Doris in Windsurf Editor:

Testing Your Setup

  1. Launch Windsurf Editor
  2. Verify Apache Doris is available in the tools list
  3. Test basic Apache Doris 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.

Apache Doris not appearing in Windsurf Editor

Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available

Cause: Configuration or installation issue

Solution:

  • Verify configuration syntax
  • Check Apache Doris installation
  • Restart Windsurf Editor
  • Check logs for error messages

Next Steps

Now that Apache Doris is integrated with Windsurf Editor:

  • Explore all Apache Doris 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 Apache Doris development

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