What types of data sources can Appian integrate with?

Appian is designed to be highly versatile in integrating with various data sources to enhance its functionality and support robust application development. The correct choice reflects this versatility by including relational databases and web services as integration options.

Relational databases are commonly used in enterprise environments for managing structured data. Appian’s ability to connect with these databases allows for efficient data retrieval and manipulation, enabling organizations to leverage their existing data sources effectively. This connection usually occurs through standard database protocols, allowing Appian applications to perform operations such as querying, inserting, updating, and deleting records directly from the database.

Additionally, web services, including RESTful and SOAP services, are integral to modern application architecture. Appian can expose or consume web services, facilitating integration with various external systems, applications, or microservices. This enables Appian applications to interact in real-time or batch modes with other software, enriching the application's capabilities by leveraging external APIs or services.

The other options present limitations that do not reflect the broad integration possibilities offered by Appian. Cloud-based systems only address a subset of data sources, local data files lack the dynamic interaction capabilities needed for modern applications, and social media platforms, while accessible via specific APIs, are not as universally supported for the types of data replication and manipulation App