Database Lookup Protocol FAQs

Question 1

How does DLP improve AI coding assistants' capabilities?

Accepted Answer

It allows AI to automatically 'see' your database's tables, columns, and relationships, preview actual data, and run safe, read-only SQL queries. This eliminates guesswork, reducing errors and speeding up code generation without manual data input.

Question 2

What is Database Lookup Protocol (DLP)?

Accepted Answer

DLP is a tool that provides AI coding assistants (like Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code Copilot) with secure, read-only access to your database schemas and data, enabling direct inspection and safe query execution from your IDE.

Question 3

Is Database Lookup Protocol secure to use with my database?

Accepted Answer

Yes, DLP is designed for security. It offers strictly read-only access, includes SQL injection protection, runs locally on your machine (data never leaves), and enforces strict row/character limits on all queries and data previews.

Question 4

Which databases and IDEs are compatible with DLP?

Accepted Answer

DLP supports PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Microsoft SQL Server, and Prisma. It integrates with major IDEs supporting the Model Context Protocol (MCP), including Cursor, VS Code, Claude Code, and antigravity.

Question 5

How do I install and set up DLP for my project?

Accepted Answer

Setting up DLP is quick: 1) Ensure your database connection (e.g., DATABASE_URL) is in your project's `.env` file. 2) In your project folder, run `npx dlp set <your-ide-name>` (e.g., `npx dlp set vscode`) and restart your IDE.

Database Lookup Protocol

Database Lookup Protocol

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