Apache Superset

API

API for managing BI dashboards and data sources in Apache Superset

Overview

The Apache Superset API is a RESTful interface for programmatically managing BI dashboards, data sources, users, and roles. It offers endpoints to create/update/delete dashboards, manage database connections and schema syncs, adjust user permissions, and retrieve dashboard metadata. Responses are in JSON format. Use cases include automating dashboard deployment pipelines, integrating Superset with internal analytics tools, syncing data sources across environments, and streamlining role-based access control for enterprise BI workflows.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://superset.apache.org/docs/api')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful API
JSON Response Format
CRUD Operations for Dashboards & Data Sources
Role & User Management Endpoints
Data Source Schema Sync Support

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Apache Superset API free to use?

Yes, the Apache Superset API is open source and free to use as part of the Apache Superset project.

? Does it require an API Key?

No, it uses session-based authentication or JWT tokens (depending on configuration) instead of API keys; valid user credentials are required.

? What is the response format?

All endpoints return responses in JSON format for consistent data interchange.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Business

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Open Source & Free
⊕ Comprehensive BI Management Coverage
⊕ Seamless Integration with Apache Superset Core
⊕ Extensive Official Documentation

Cons

⊖ Requires Authentication (No Anonymous Access)
⊖ API Versioning May Require Migration for New Releases
⊖ Limited Pre-Built Third-Party Client Libraries