Connect Databricks without PAT Token

[barnitarc]

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Hi all,

I’m trying to set up a secure integration between Databricks and GitHub without relying on Personal Access Tokens (PATs).

From the Databricks documentation, it seems there is a Databricks GitHub App that allows OAuth-based linking of GitHub accounts so users can sync repositories (clone/pull/push) directly in Databricks Repos.

My organization is using GitHub Enterprise Cloud. I am not sure if the Github Apps option is available for us
Just want to know what are my options here?

[SuvasishChowdhury]

You should consult with your organization’s GitHub admin to confirm that installing GitHub Apps (including the Databricks GitHub App) is permitted. Most GitHub Enterprise Cloud organizations allow this, but settings might restrict app installations or require admin approval.

• If you need automation (e.g., CI/CD, sync tasks), you can use GitHub Actions, which can interact with third-party services securely and manage secrets natively.

[barnitarc]

Thanks for your reply.
I’m currently exploring better ways to integrate Databricks code with GitHub. At the moment, we’re using PATs, but I’d like to understand if there’s a more secure option, such as OAuth or GitHub Apps.

According to the Databricks documentation (link
), GitHub Apps are not supported for GitHub Enterprise Server. Do you know if this integration is supported for GitHub Enterprise Cloud?
Apologies if this is a basic question — I’m still a beginner with GitHub/Databricks integrations.