Can I use Metabase as a CLI?

Yes. KosmoKrator exposes a Metabase CLI through kosmo integrations:call and the provider shortcut command. Commands can return JSON for scripts, CI, and coding agents.

Can I expose Metabase through MCP?

Yes. The KosmoKrator MCP gateway can expose selected Metabase tools to clients such as Claude Code, Cursor, Codex, and other MCP-compatible tools.

Where are Metabase credentials stored?

Metabase credentials are configured in KosmoKrator's local integration settings and reused by CLI, Lua, and MCP gateway surfaces.

Can I deny write access for Metabase MCP tools?

Yes. Start the gateway with --write=deny for read-only clients, or use ask/allow only for trusted workspaces.

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Metabase CLI for CI

Use the Metabase CLI for CI with headless JSON commands, schema discovery, credentials, and permission controls.

8 functions 8 read 0 write Username and password auth

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Metabase CLI for CI

Run integration calls from CI jobs with JSON output, explicit credentials, and predictable exit status.

Use this shape when a pipeline needs to read or update an external service. The Metabase CLI uses the same integration registry as the TUI, Lua runtime, and MCP gateway, but returns predictable command output for automation.

Command Shape

# Metabase CLI for CI
kosmokrator integrations:configure metabase --set hostname="$METABASE_HOSTNAME" --set username="$METABASE_USERNAME" --set password="$METABASE_PASSWORD" --enable --read allow --write ask --json
kosmo integrations:call metabase.metabase_list_dashboards '{}' --json

Discovery Before Execution

Agents and scripts can inspect Metabase docs and schemas before choosing a function.

kosmo integrations:docs metabase --json
kosmo integrations:docs metabase.metabase_list_dashboards --json
kosmo integrations:schema metabase.metabase_list_dashboards --json
kosmo integrations:search "Metabase" --json
kosmo integrations:list --json

Useful Metabase CLI Functions

Function	Type	Parameters	Description
`metabase.metabase_list_dashboards`	Read	none	List all dashboards available in Metabase. Returns dashboard IDs, names, and basic metadata. Use metabase_get_dashboard to retrieve the full dashboard with cards.
`metabase.metabase_get_dashboard`	Read	id	Get a single Metabase dashboard by ID, including all cards (questions), layout, and parameters. Use metabase_list_dashboards to find dashboard IDs.
`metabase.metabase_list_cards`	Read	none	List all cards (questions/saved questions) in Metabase. Returns card IDs, names, collection info, and display types. Use metabase_get_card for full definitions or metabase_query_card to run a card.
`metabase.metabase_get_card`	Read	id	Get the full definition of a Metabase card (question) by ID, including the query, display settings, and parameters. Use metabase_list_cards to find card IDs.
`metabase.metabase_query_card`	Read	id	Execute a saved Metabase card (question) and return the query results as rows. Use metabase_list_cards or metabase_get_card to find card IDs. The card must be a question (not a model or metric).
`metabase.metabase_list_databases`	Read	none	List all databases connected to Metabase. Returns database IDs, names, engine types, and metadata. Use metabase_get_database to retrieve tables and fields for a specific database.
`metabase.metabase_get_database`	Read	id	Get detailed metadata for a Metabase database by ID, including its tables, fields, and schema information. Use metabase_list_databases to find database IDs.
`metabase.metabase_get_current_user`	Read	none	Get the currently authenticated Metabase user profile, including name, email, and group memberships. Useful for verifying which account the integration is using.

Automation Notes

Use --json for machine-readable output.
Keep credentials out of argv by using environment variables or stored KosmoKrator configuration.
Configure read/write policy before unattended runs; use --force only for trusted automation.
Use the MCP gateway instead when the agent needs dynamic tool discovery inside a conversation.

Related Metabase CLI Pages

Cron Jobs Metabase CLI for cron jobs. Shell Scripts Metabase CLI for shell scripts. Headless Automation Metabase CLI for headless automation. Coding Agents Metabase CLI for coding agents.