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Using InterSystems MDX

Query multidimensional data with MDX on InterSystems IRIS cubes.

Updated Feb 2, 2026
Search Tags:#business intelligence#mdx#olap#data querying#intersystems iris#cube analysis
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sorodriguezz/skills-objectscript --skill using-intersystems-mdx
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Skill: Using InterSystems MDX
Source: https://github.com/sorodriguezz/skills-objectscript/tree/main/skills/using-intersystems-mdx
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sorodriguezz/skills-objectscript --skill using-intersystems-mdx

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users understand and query multidimensional data using the MDX (MultiDimensional eXpressions) language within the InterSystems IRIS® data platform, enabling sophisticated business intelligence analysis.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • MDX Querying: Execute and understand basic to advanced MDX queries against InterSystems cubes.
  • Cube Exploration: Learn to inspect the structure and contents of InterSystems cubes (measures, dimensions, hierarchies, levels).
  • Data Analysis: Extract specific data points, aggregate values, and filter results for business intelligence reporting.
  • Use Case: A business analyst needs to find the average test score for patients in a specific age group. They can use this Skill to construct and run an MDX query against the demomdx cube to retrieve this information.

Quick Start

Use the Using InterSystems MDX skill to select all members of the gender dimension from the demomdx cube and display them on the columns axis.

Frequently Asked Questions about Using InterSystems MDX

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I query multidimensional data in InterSystems IRIS using MDX?▼

To query multidimensional data in InterSystems IRIS using MDX, you construct queries that select members and measures from cubes, placing them on axes to retrieve aggregated business intelligence results.

What is the best way to explore cube structures before writing an MDX query?▼

Exploring cube structures before writing an MDX query involves inspecting the cube's defined measures, dimensions, hierarchies, and levels to understand the available data points for your business intelligence analysis.

Can I use MDX to filter and aggregate specific data points in InterSystems cubes?▼

Yes, you can use MDX to filter and aggregate specific data points in InterSystems cubes by applying MDX syntax to extract targeted values, calculate averages, and refine results for analytical reporting.

Does InterSystems IRIS support advanced MDX syntax for business intelligence reporting?▼

InterSystems IRIS supports advanced MDX syntax for business intelligence reporting by enabling the execution of complex queries, referencing specific members and measures, and interpreting aggregated multidimensional data.

How do I display dimension members on axes in an MDX query?▼

To display dimension members on axes in an MDX query, you specify the dimension members, such as those from the gender dimension, and explicitly assign them to the columns or rows axis for structured data retrieval.

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