orionbelt-semantic-layer
API-first semantic layer engine with MCP server that compiles declarative YAML models into optimized, dialect-specific SQL across PostgreSQL, Snowflake, ClickHouse, Dremio, and Databricks.
OrionBelt Semantic Layer is an API-first semantic engine that transforms declarative YAML model definitions into optimized SQL for multiple database dialects. It provides a unified abstraction for querying using business concepts like dimensions and measures. All capabilities are exposed via REST API for easy integration.
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- SSutton AndersonMay 24, 2026
YAML-based semantic layer with MCP server is the right abstraction for data teams
- KKai AndersonApr 23, 2026
API-first design means the semantic definitions are portable across tools
- JJesse HarrisApr 14, 2026
Used for building a consistent data vocabulary across AI and BI tools, works well
- JJesse JacksonMar 10, 2026
The declarative YAML approach makes semantic layer changes reviewable in git