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ops-database-metabase

Audit Metabase data sources and suggest security and performance improvements.

73|16|Updated Nov 14, 2025
Search Tags:#dashboards#SQL#database operations#data governance#BI#Metabase
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/vasilyu1983/AI-Agents-public --skill ops-database-metabase
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ops-database-metabase
Source: https://github.com/vasilyu1983/AI-Agents-public/tree/main/frameworks/claude-code-kit/initial-setup/skills/ops-database-metabase
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vasilyu1983/AI-Agents-public --skill ops-database-metabase

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Managing Metabase instances, connecting data sources, ensuring dashboard reliability, and enforcing data governance can be time-consuming and error-prone. This Skill provides operational patterns to automate these tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Metabase Administration: Connect and audit data sources (PostgreSQL, MySQL, BigQuery, Snowflake, Redshift), configure permissions, and model datasets.
  • Dashboard Reliability: Build and triage dashboards, optimize performance with caching, and troubleshoot slow queries or broken alerts.
  • Governance & DR: Plan migrations, backups, and disaster recovery for your Metabase instance, ensuring data security and availability.

Quick Start

Use the ops-database-metabase skill to audit the data sources connected to my Metabase instance and suggest improvements for security and performance.

Frequently Asked Questions about ops-database-metabase

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I audit data sources connected to my Metabase instance?▼

Auditing Metabase data sources involves connecting and reviewing each configured database—PostgreSQL, MySQL, BigQuery, Snowflake, Redshift—to verify permissions, credentials, and security settings. This Skill provides operational patterns to systematically document connected sources and flag misconfigurations.

What's the best way to optimize slow Metabase dashboards and queries?▼

Dashboard optimization combines query troubleshooting, caching configuration, and performance analysis. This Skill guides you through identifying bottlenecks, enabling caching strategies, and diagnosing slow queries to improve dashboard reliability and load times.

How do I set up data governance and permissions in Metabase?▼

Data governance in Metabase requires configuring dataset models, user permissions, and access controls across your data sources. This Skill provides patterns for enforcing governance policies, auditing access, and maintaining data security across your BI infrastructure.

Can I automate Metabase backups and disaster recovery planning?▼

Yes. Automating Metabase backups and disaster recovery involves planning instance migrations, configuring backups, and establishing failover procedures. This Skill delivers operational patterns to ensure data availability and minimize downtime during incidents.

Does this work with multiple database platforms?▼

This Skill supports operational patterns across major Metabase-compatible databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, BigQuery, Snowflake, and Redshift. It addresses administration, reliability, and governance regardless of which data sources you connect.

What happens when Metabase alerts fail or dashboards break?▼

Broken alerts and dashboard failures stem from stale queries, permission changes, or data source connectivity issues. This Skill provides triage and troubleshooting patterns to diagnose root causes, restore reliability, and prevent recurrence.

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