• DEFINITIONS
  • ATTRIBUTES
  • SEARCH
  • HUMAN

How to lookup metadata definitions with your AI

Connect Collibra to your AI client once. From then on, you can pull specific column definitions and asset attributes through a simple chat interface.

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Short answer

How can I find Collibra metadata using my AI?

Your AI uses the Collibra MCP to find assets and pull their specific attributes. You get the exact column definitions you need by asking questions instead of navigating the Collibra dashboard. Here is how it works.

Where the data lands

The outcomes of your request

Your AI handles the searching and fetching so you don't have to.

DEFINITIONS

Direct column meanings

The AI finds the specific column you asked about. You get the text definition right in your chat window.

ATTRIBUTES

Asset property lists

Your agent pulls the full set of attributes for a given asset. This gives you the technical context you need immediately.

SEARCH

Asset discovery

The AI scans Collibra to find the right technical assets. You get a list of matching items to choose from.

HUMAN

Manual verification

You review the metadata the AI pulls. You decide if the definition is the one you actually need for your work.

The workflow

What your AI does when the request arrives.

The AI translates your natural language questions into specific Collibra data calls.

  1. Find the asset

    The AI looks through your Collibra environment to find the specific technical asset or column you mentioned.

    search_assets

  2. Retrieve attributes

    Once the asset is identified, the AI pulls the specific metadata and properties tied to that object.

    get_asset

  3. Filter details

    The AI narrows down the retrieved data to show only the relevant definitions or attributes you asked for.

    get_asset

  4. Present findings

    The AI presents the final metadata in a clear format within your chat interface.

    search_assets

Try it

Copy these to start.

Use these prompts to pull data from Collibra.

Starting points

Replace the bracketed text with your actual Collibra asset names or column IDs.

Collibra Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_fjUuXgIQOi6EM8hgjqwHGSQAawj0vEtDPSUJgRgQ/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — Collibra capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "collibra-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_fjUuXgIQOi6EM8hgjqwHGSQAawj0vEtDPSUJgRgQ/mcp"
    }
  }
}
Copy into chat04

  • What is the definition for the [column_name] column in Collibra?

  • Get all attributes for the [asset_name] asset.

  • Search Collibra for assets related to [data_domain].

  • Show me the metadata for the [table_name] table.

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Start here

Connect Collibra once, then ask.

Connect your account via the link below. Your credentials stay encrypted, and you can start asking questions immediately.

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FAQ

How this task behaves

  • 01

    Can the AI edit metadata in Collibra?

    No. The AI can only read and retrieve existing metadata. It cannot change or delete anything in Collibra.

  • 02

    Can I use this with Claude or Cursor?

    Yes. Any MCP-compatible client will work once you have connected the Collibra MCP.

  • 03

    Does the AI create new assets?

    No. The AI is limited to searching for and getting details on assets that already exist.

  • 04

    Can the AI delete column definitions?

    No. The tools provided are read-only. The AI has no capability to delete data.

  • 05

    Do I need to provide my Collibra password to the AI?

    No. You connect through Vinkius, which manages the connection securely. Your AI client never sees your credentials.

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