Data Sources
DataQI assistants work with your organization’s data to provide accurate, contextual responses. Connect various data sources to make your information available to assistants.
Getting Started
1. Choose Your Data Source
Select the best way to connect your data based on your organization’s needs:
- File Upload - Upload documents directly to the platform
- Google Drive - Connect and index Google Drive documents
- SharePoint - Integrate with Microsoft SharePoint
- Web Scraper - Extract content from web sources
2. Advanced Data Sources
For more sophisticated data integration:
- SQL Connections - Connect directly to databases for real-time data querying
3. Configure Data Usage
Control how your data is used by assistants:
- Knowledge Mode - Control whether assistants use your data or global knowledge
Data Source Types
File-Based Sources
- File Upload - Direct document uploads (PDF, Word, text files)
- Google Drive - Cloud storage integration
- SharePoint - Enterprise document management
- Web Scraper - Extract content from websites
Database Sources
- SQL Connections - Direct database connections (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL)
Data Management
Knowledge Mode
Control how assistants use your data:
- Private Mode - Use only your organization’s data
- Hybrid Mode - Combine your data with global knowledge
- Global Mode - Use global knowledge when your data is insufficient
Best Practices
- Start with a few key documents to test assistant performance
- Use descriptive file names for easier management
- Regularly review and update your data sources
- Consider data privacy and security requirements
Next Steps
Once you’ve connected your data sources:
- Assign Files to Assistants - Make your data available to specific assistants
- Configure Knowledge Mode - Control how assistants use your data
- Set Up Your First Assistant - Create assistants that can use your data
Related Topics
- Assistant Configuration - Learn how to configure assistants
- Platform Security - Understand data security and compliance
- FAQs - Common questions about data sources
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