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NocoDB

Prefer guided AI setup?

Instead of following these steps manually, you can use the AI Credential Assistant — describe what you want to connect and the AI will walk you through the setup step by step, tailored to your account.

Overview​

Connect your NocoDB instance to Nirvai to automate no-code database operations, table management, and record workflows. NocoDB is an open-source alternative to Airtable.

Supported Authentication Methods​

  • API Token

Prerequisites​

  • A NocoDB instance (cloud or self-hosted)
  • Access to Account Settings

Setup Instructions​

API Token Authentication​

  1. Log into your NocoDB instance
  2. Click on your user menu (profile icon)
  3. Select Account Settings
  4. Navigate to Tokens tab
  5. Click Add new API token
  6. Give your token a name (e.g., "Nirvai Integration")
  7. Copy the generated token
  8. In Nirvai:
    • Enter the token in the "API Key" field
    • Enter your NocoDB host URL (e.g., http://localhost:8080 or your instance URL)

Important Notes​

  • NocoDB uses the header xc-token for authentication
  • Tokens provide access based on your user permissions
  • For self-hosted instances, ensure the API is accessible from Nirvai
  • You can create multiple tokens for different integrations

Troubleshooting​

Common Issues​

  • Invalid token: Ensure the token is copied correctly
  • Host unreachable: Verify the NocoDB URL is correct and accessible
  • Permission denied: Check that your token has the required permissions

Adapted from n8n documentation for Nirvai platform

Next Steps​

Got your credential? Connect it to an agent

Use the AI Tool Creator to turn this credential into agent-callable tools. Describe what your agent should be able to do and the AI investigates the API, configures the endpoints, and gives you a reviewable toolkit before saving anything.