Connect to DataStax Astra DB the way you want. Use the Stargate Data APIs (schemaless JSON Documents, REST, or GraphQL) or JavaScript SDK from your application, language-specific drivers for server-side code, or the CQL console for direct interaction.
You must create a database or be granted access to a database by another user before establishing connections.
How can I connect to my database?
| Options | Description |
|---|---|
| I don't want to create or manage a schema. Just let me get started. | Use schemaless JSON Documents with the Document API. |
| I want to start using my database now with APIs. | Use the REST API or GraphQL API to begin interacting with your database and self manage the schema. |
| I have an application and want to use the DataStax drivers. | Initialize one of the DataStax drivers to manage database connections for your application. |
| I know CQL and want to connect quickly to use my database. | Use the integrated CQL shell or the standalone CQLSH tool to interact with your database using CQL. |