> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.pentaho.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.pentaho.com/pba-metadata-editor/readme.md).

# Pentaho Metadata Editor 11.0

Pentaho Metadata Editor lets you build metadata models and domains. Pentaho includes sample data in the download so you can try Metadata Editor before you import your own data.

To use Pentaho Metadata Editor effectively, you need database administration (DBA) skills. You should be able to do the following: import tables, create relationships between tables, define aggregations, add categories, and assign security. You should also have extensive knowledge of your database and understand what data your business users need. These skills help you map a business model (logical model) to a complex relational database so users can create reports without DBA assistance.

## Get started with Pentaho Metadata Editor

To get started with Metadata Editor, see the following topics:

* [Tour of Pentaho Metadata Editor](/pba-metadata-editor/readme/tour-of-pentaho-metadata-editor.md)
* [A conceptual overview of relational data modeling](/pba-metadata-editor/readme/a-conceptual-overview-of-relational-data-modeling-get-started-with-pentaho-metadata-editor.md)
* [Importing and exporting domains](/pba-metadata-editor/readme/importing-and-exporting-domains.md)


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