How to connect a Datadog MCP with Codex (4 steps)
Blog post from Merge
Merge provides a platform that connects Codex to Datadog, allowing for seamless integration of AI tools with operational systems. By using the Merge Agent Handler, users can connect the Datadog MCP server to Codex, enabling Codex to access real-time observability data such as monitor definitions, metric tags, and trace structures directly from Datadog. This connection ensures that Codex generates accurate, context-aware code for tasks like writing monitors-as-code, adding instrumentation, and building log parsers, based on actual configurations rather than approximations. The process involves installing the Merge CLI and setting up authentication, which facilitates secure handling of API keys and prevents potential data exposure. The Merge platform also supports governance and policy enforcement for organizations, allowing IT teams to control access and ensure compliance with security protocols while using AI tools.