What is Slack MCP for Sonar and how does it work?

Slack MCP for Sonar is a Model Context Protocol connector that integrates SonarQube's code quality insights directly into your Slack workspace. It enables teams to receive real-time code analysis notifications, query code metrics through natural language, and collaborate on code quality improvements without leaving Slack.

How do I set up the Slack Connector for Sonar?

Setting up the Slack Connector for Sonar requires configuring your SonarQube server credentials, installing the MCP client in your Slack workspace, and authorizing the connection. The process typically takes 5-10 minutes and includes webhook configuration for real-time notifications and quality gate updates.

Can Slack AI analyze my Sonar code quality reports?

Yes, Slack AI can interpret and analyze your Sonar code quality reports using natural language processing. You can ask questions like 'What are our critical vulnerabilities?' or 'Show me code coverage trends' and receive intelligent, contextual responses based on your SonarQube data.

Which SonarQube versions are compatible with the Slack MCP?

The Slack MCP for Sonar supports SonarQube versions 8.9 and above, including SonarCloud. It's compatible with both Community and Enterprise editions, offering full API access for metrics, issues, quality gates, and project analysis data through the MCP interface.

What Slack AI commands work with Sonar integration?

Popular Slack AI commands include '/sonar-metrics [project]' for code quality overview, '/sonar-issues [severity]' for bug reports, '/sonar-coverage [branch]' for test coverage data, and '/sonar-quality-gate [project]' for build status. All commands support natural language queries for enhanced usability.

How secure is the Slack Connector for Sonar?

The Slack Connector for Sonar uses encrypted API connections, OAuth 2.0 authentication, and secure token management. All data transmission occurs over HTTPS, and the connector only accesses authorized SonarQube projects. No code or sensitive data is stored outside your infrastructure.

Can I customize Slack MCP notifications from Sonar?

Yes, you can customize notification triggers, severity levels, project filters, and recipient channels. Configure alerts for quality gate failures, new vulnerabilities, coverage drops, or code smells. The Slack MCP for Sonar supports granular notification rules and team-specific routing.

Does the Slack AI integration support multiple Sonar projects?

Absolutely. The Slack AI integration can monitor and analyze multiple SonarQube projects simultaneously. You can switch between projects using natural language commands, compare metrics across repositories, and receive consolidated reports for portfolio-level code quality management within Slack.

What are the pricing options for Slack MCP Sonar integration?

Ravenala offers flexible pricing for the Slack Connector for Sonar, including free tiers for small teams and enterprise plans for larger organizations. Pricing scales with team size and feature requirements. Contact sales for custom enterprise deployments and multi-tenant configurations.

How do I troubleshoot Slack MCP connection issues with Sonar?

Common troubleshooting steps include verifying SonarQube API tokens, checking network connectivity, validating webhook URLs, and reviewing Slack app permissions. The MCP client provides detailed error logs and diagnostic commands. Most connection issues stem from firewall restrictions or expired authentication tokens.

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activate-or-modify-do-not-disturb-durationDeprecated: turns on do not disturb mode for the current user, or changes its duration.

activate-or-modify-do-not-disturb-duration

add-a-custom-emoji-to-a-slack-teamDeprecated: adds a custom emoji to a Slack workspace given a unique name and an image url.

add-a-custom-emoji-to-a-slack-team

add-an-emoji-alias-in-slackAdds an alias for an existing custom emoji in a Slack enterprise grid organization.

add-an-emoji-alias-in-slack

add-a-remote-file-from-a-serviceAdds a reference to an external file (e.

add-a-remote-file-from-a-service

add-a-star-to-an-itemStars a channel, file, file comment, or a specific message in Slack.

add-a-star-to-an-item

add-call-participantsRegisters new participants added to a Slack call.

add-call-participants

add-emojiAdds a custom emoji to a Slack workspace given a unique name and an image url; subject to workspace emoji limits.

add-emoji

add-reaction-to-an-itemAdds a specified emoji reaction to an existing message in a Slack channel, identified by its timestamp; does not remove or retrieve reactions.

add-reaction-to-an-item

archive-a-public-or-private-channelArchives a Slack public or private channel, making it read-only; the primary 'general' channel cannot be archived.

archive-a-public-or-private-channel

archive-a-slack-conversationArchives a Slack conversation by its id, rendering it read-only and hidden while retaining history, ideal for cleaning up inactive channels; be aware that some channels (like #general or certain dms) cannot be archived and this may impact connected integrations.

archive-a-slack-conversation

chat-post-messageDeprecated: posts a message to a Slack channel, direct message, or private channel.

chat-post-message

close-dm-or-multi-person-dmCloses a Slack direct message (dm) or multi-person direct message (mpdm) channel, removing it from the user's sidebar without deleting history; this action affects only the calling user's view.

close-dm-or-multi-person-dm

create-a-reminderCreates a Slack reminder with specified text and time; time accepts unix timestamps, seconds from now, or natural language (e.

create-a-reminder

create-a-slack-user-groupCreates a new user group (often referred to as a subteam) in a Slack workspace.

create-a-slack-user-group

create-channelInitiates a public or private channel-based conversation.

create-channel

create-channel-based-conversationCreates a new public or private Slack channel with a unique name; the channel can be org-wide, or team-specific if `team id` is given (required if `org wide` is false or not provided).

create-channel-based-conversation

customize-url-unfurlCustomizes url previews (unfurling) in a specific Slack message using a url-encoded json in `unfurls` to define custom content or remove existing previews.

customize-url-unfurl

customize-url-unfurling-in-messagesDeprecated: customizes url previews (unfurling) in a specific Slack message.

customize-url-unfurling-in-messages

delete-a-comment-on-a-fileDeletes a specific comment from a file in Slack; this action is irreversible.

delete-a-comment-on-a-file

delete-a-file-by-idPermanently deletes an existing file from a Slack workspace using its unique file id; this action is irreversible and also removes any associated comments or shares.

delete-a-file-by-id

delete-a-public-or-private-channelPermanently and irreversibly deletes a specified public or private channel, including all its messages and files, within a Slack enterprise grid organization.

delete-a-public-or-private-channel

delete-a-scheduled-message-in-a-chatDeletes a pending, unsent scheduled message from the specified Slack channel, identified by its `scheduled message id`.

delete-a-scheduled-message-in-a-chat

delete-a-slack-reminderDeletes an existing Slack reminder, typically when it is no longer relevant or a task is completed; this operation is irreversible.

delete-a-slack-reminder

deletes-a-message-from-a-chatDeletes a message, identified by its channel id and timestamp, from a Slack channel, private group, or direct message conversation; the authenticated user or bot must be the original poster.

deletes-a-message-from-a-chat

delete-user-profile-photoDeletes the Slack profile photo for the user identified by the token, reverting them to the default avatar; this action is irreversible and succeeds even if no custom photo was set.

delete-user-profile-photo

disable-an-existing-slack-user-groupDisables a specified, currently enabled Slack user group by its unique id, effectively archiving it by setting its 'date delete' timestamp; the group is not permanently deleted and can be re-enabled.

disable-an-existing-slack-user-group

enable-a-specified-user-groupEnables a disabled user group in Slack using its id, reactivating it for mentions and permissions; this action only changes the enabled status and cannot create new groups or modify other properties.

enable-a-specified-user-group

enable-public-sharing-of-a-fileEnables public sharing for an existing Slack file by generating a publicly accessible url; this action does not create new files.

enable-public-sharing-of-a-file

end-a-call-with-duration-and-idEnds an ongoing Slack call, identified by its id (obtained from `calls.

end-a-call-with-duration-and-id

end-snoozeEnds the current user's snooze mode immediately.

end-snooze

end-user-do-not-disturb-sessionEnds the authenticated user's current do not disturb (dnd) session in Slack, affecting only dnd status and making them available; if dnd is not active, Slack acknowledges the request without changing status.

end-user-do-not-disturb-session

end-user-snooze-mode-immediatelyDeprecated: ends the current user's snooze mode immediately.

end-user-snooze-mode-immediately

fetch-bot-user-informationFetches information for a specified, existing Slack bot user; will not work for regular user accounts or other integration types.

fetch-bot-user-information

fetch-conversation-historyFetches a chronological list of messages and events from a specified Slack conversation, accessible by the authenticated user/bot, with options for pagination and time range filtering.

fetch-conversation-history

fetch-current-team-info-with-optional-team-scopeDeprecated: fetches comprehensive metadata about the current Slack team.

fetch-current-team-info-with-optional-team-scope

fetch-dnd-status-for-multiple-team-membersDeprecated: retrieves a user's current do not disturb status.

fetch-dnd-status-for-multiple-team-members

fetch-item-reactionsFetches reactions for a Slack message, file, or file comment, requiring one of: channel and timestamp; file id; or file comment id.

fetch-item-reactions

fetch-message-thread-from-a-conversationRetrieves replies to a specific parent message in a Slack conversation, using the channel id and the parent message's timestamp (`ts`).

fetch-message-thread-from-a-conversation