eBay FAQs

Question 1

Can I modify eBay data using this server?

Accepted Answer

No, this specific project for the eBay MCP Server provides read-only access to eBay data. It allows LLMs to query and retrieve information but does not support write, update, or delete operations.

Question 2

How does this server enable LLMs to query eBay data?

Accepted Answer

It integrates with the CData JDBC Driver for eBay, which exposes eBay data as relational SQL models. The server then wraps this driver, making the data accessible via a simple MCP interface. This allows LLMs, such as Claude Desktop, to retrieve live information by processing natural language questions without requiring direct SQL knowledge from the user.

Question 3

What types of queries can LLMs perform on eBay data?

Accepted Answer

LLMs can use the server's exposed tools to retrieve a list of available tables, get details on columns within those tables, and execute SQL SELECT queries. This means users can ask natural language questions like 'What are my active listings?' or 'How many sales did I make last month?' and the LLM will translate them into appropriate queries.

Question 4

What is the eBay MCP Server by CData?

Accepted Answer

The eBay MCP Server by CData is a read-only server designed to enable Large Language Models (LLMs) to query live eBay data. It exposes eBay data through a Model Context Protocol (MCP) interface, leveraging CData JDBC Drivers to translate natural language questions into SQL queries.

Question 5

Is SQL knowledge required to use this tool for eBay data querying?

Accepted Answer

No, one of the primary benefits of the eBay MCP Server is that it removes the need for direct SQL knowledge. LLMs interact with the data using natural language, and the server, powered by the CData JDBC Driver, handles the translation into SQL queries automatically.

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