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 Headless Automation

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

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Metabase CLI for Headless Automation

Use KosmoKrator as a non-interactive integration runtime for local automations and wrappers.

Use headless automation when another tool needs a stable local command surface. 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 Headless Automation
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

CI Metabase CLI for CI. Cron Jobs Metabase CLI for cron jobs. Shell Scripts Metabase CLI for shell scripts. Coding Agents Metabase CLI for coding agents.