A high-performance distributed database skill for AI agents to manage transactional and analytical data workloads seamlessly.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install harperdb
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install harperdb using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
Prefer to download?
Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is HarperDB?
The HarperDB skill enables AI agents to interact with a distributed database platform designed for scalability and ease of use. By leveraging this Openclaw Skills integration, agents can perform complex SQL queries, manage schemas, and handle data records without the manual overhead of managing database connections or authentication plumbing. It is an ideal solution for developers building AI-driven applications that require a flexible database capable of handling both structured and unstructured data efficiently.
Built on the Membrane framework, this skill ensures that all database interactions are secure and reliable. It abstracts the complexities of the HarperDB API, allowing your AI coding agent to focus on logic and data manipulation rather than low-level infrastructure tasks. Whether you are building a real-time analytics engine or a simple record management system, this integration provides the necessary tools for robust data operations.
HarperDB Use Cases
- Executing complex SQL queries for analytical reporting and data extraction.
- Automating CRUD operations (Create, Read, Update, Delete) on database records.
- Synchronizing data between distributed HarperDB nodes and local development environments.
- Managing database schemas and tables dynamically through an AI agent.
- Building custom data-driven workflows using the Openclaw Skills architecture.
How HarperDB Works
- The AI agent authenticates with HarperDB using the Membrane CLI, which handles token management and credential refreshing.
- A connection is established or verified using a normalized app URL to ensure secure access to the HarperDB instance.
- The agent searches for specific database actions (like SQL, SearchByHash, or Update) based on the user's intent.
- Commands are executed via the CLI, passing JSON parameters to perform precise database operations.
- If pre-built actions are insufficient, the agent uses a secure proxy to send direct requests to the HarperDB API with automatic header injection.
HarperDB Setup
First, install the Membrane CLI to enable Openclaw Skills functionality:
npm install -g @membranehq/cli@latest
Authenticate your agent by specifying the client type:
membrane login --tenant --clientName=openclaw
Ensure a connection to your HarperDB instance:
membrane connection ensure "https://harperdb.io/" --json
HarperDB Data Schema & Taxonomy
HarperDB organizes information using a hierarchical structure optimized for quick retrieval and analysis. Below is the metadata taxonomy used by this Openclaw Skills integration:
| Element | Description |
|---|---|
| Schema | The top-level container for data organization. |
| Table | Contains specific data records and defines the structure. |
| Record | The individual data entry stored within a table, accessible via Hash. |
| User/Role | Security entities that manage access control and permissions. |
| Hash Value | The unique identifier used for direct record lookups (SearchByHash). |
HarperDB Advanced Features
- Multi-agent support: Optimized for agents like openclaw, claude, and windsurf to adjust tooling based on the harness.
- Automated Polling: Use the --wait flag to handle asynchronous connection building and client-action requirements.
- Direct API Proxying: Send raw HTTP requests (GET, POST, etc.) through Membrane to access endpoints not covered by standard actions.
- Intelligent Action Discovery: Natural language intent-based searching to find the most efficient pre-built database actions.
- Transparent Credential Management: Server-side handling of OAuth and API keys with no local secrets required.
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