How to Import a JSON File into a Notion Database

Anyquery is a SQL query engine that allows you to run SQL queries on pretty much anything. This tutorial will guide you through the process of importing a JSON file into a Notion database using Anyquery.

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have the following:

Set Up the Connection

  1. Install the Notion Plugin:

    anyquery install notion

  2. Get Your Notion API Key:

    • Go to Notion's My Integrations page.
    • Click on + New integration and fill in the required information.
    • Save the integration and copy the integration token.
    • Share the database with the integration by going to the database, clicking on the three dots at the top-right corner, and selecting Share.

  3. Configure the Notion Plugin in Anyquery: When prompted, provide the API key and the database ID (found in the URL of the database).

Importing the JSON File

Step 1: Read the JSON File

The read_json function helps to read the JSON file. 

SELECT * FROM read_json('path/to/your/file.json');

Replace 'path/to/your/file.json' with the actual path to your JSON file.

Step 2: Create a Virtual Table for the JSON Data

Create a virtual table for better handling and readability.

CREATE VIRTUAL TABLE json_data USING json_reader('path/to/your/file.json');

Step 3: Insert JSON Data into the Notion Database

Ensure your Notion database schema matches the JSON data schema. For example, let's assume your JSON contains fields like name, age, and email.

INSERT INTO notion_database (name, age, email)
SELECT name, age, email FROM json_data;

This command will transfer the data from the JSON file into the specified Notion database.

Example

Let's say your JSON file (data.json) has the following structure:

[
    {"name": "John Doe", "age": 30, "email": "[email protected]"},
    {"name": "Jane Smith", "age": 25, "email": "[email protected]"}
]

  1. Read the JSON File:

    SELECT * FROM read_json('data.json');

  2. Create a Virtual Table:

    CREATE VIRTUAL TABLE json_data USING json_reader('data.json');

  3. Insert JSON Data into Notion Database:

    INSERT INTO notion_database (name, age, email)
SELECT name, age, email FROM json_data;

Conclusion

You have successfully imported a JSON file into a Notion database using Anyquery. This method can be adapted to any JSON structure and Notion database schema. For more information on available functions and customization, refer to the Anyquery documentation.