Prompts¶
The Actian MCP Server for HCL Informix® includes a built-in prompt that converts natural-language questions into expert-level database queries.
Available Prompts¶
Use the following prompt to help you format the database inquiries:
| Prompt | Description |
|---|---|
ask_question |
Converts a plain-language question into a structured prompt designed for expert database analysis. |
ask_question¶
This tool takes a standard question and returns a formatted prompt string. The server applies a template that instructs the database engine to act as an expert analyst.
Parameters¶
| Field | Type | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
question |
string |
✓ | The specific question you want to insert into the expert prompt template. |
Output Template¶
You are a database expert. Answer the following question: <question>
Example¶
Input
{
"question": "What are the top 5 customers by revenue this quarter?"
}
Output
You are a database expert. Answer the following question: What are the top 5 customers by revenue this quarter?