What is the Metabase MCP Server?

The Metabase MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that integrates AI assistants with the Metabase analytics platform, enabling LLMs to interact with your analytics data.

What is MCP?

MCP is an open protocol that standardizes how applications provide context to LLMs, allowing AI models to access and interact with external data sources and tools.

How does the Metabase MCP Server work?

It acts as a bridge between Metabase and AI assistants, allowing them to navigate Metabase resources, execute queries, and manage dashboards through API calls.

What are the key features of the Metabase MCP Server?

Key features include resource access via metabase:// URIs, support for session-based and API key authentication, JSON-formatted responses, comprehensive logging, and robust error handling.

What tools are available for AI assistants?

Available tools include data access tools (list dashboards, cards, databases, tables, fields), execution tools (execute card, query), and dashboard/card management tools.

What authentication methods are supported?

The server supports username/password authentication and API key authentication. API key authentication is recommended for production.

How do I deploy the Metabase MCP Server?

You can deploy it by forking the repository and using Smithery, or through other deployment methods suitable for your environment.

How do I configure Claude Desktop to use the server?

Edit the claude_desktop_config.json file in your Claude Desktop application to configure the MCP server settings, including the server command and arguments.

What security considerations should I keep in mind?

Use API key authentication for production, keep your API keys secure, use environment variables instead of hardcoding credentials, and apply appropriate network security measures.

How does the Metabase MCP Server integrate with UBOS?

The server integrates with the UBOS platform, a full-stack AI Agent development platform, enabling you to orchestrate AI Agents, connect them with enterprise data, and build custom AI Agents.

What are the benefits of using UBOS with the Metabase MCP Server?

UBOS allows you to orchestrate complex AI workflows, connect AI Agents with enterprise data, build custom AI Agents, and develop Multi-Agent Systems for advanced data analysis and automation.

Where can I find the Metabase MCP Server?

You can find the Metabase MCP Server on the UBOS Asset Marketplace.