airflow

Create Apache Airflow DAGs with operators, dependencies, and XComs.

Updated Mar 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/bswrundquist/devtools --skill airflow-bswrundquist
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Skill: airflow
Source: https://github.com/bswrundquist/devtools/tree/main/src/devtools/templates/claude/user/.claude/skills/airflow
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bswrundquist/devtools --skill airflow-bswrundquist

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides comprehensive guidance and examples for building, managing, and optimizing complex data pipelines using Apache Airflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • DAG Authoring: Learn to structure Directed Acyclic Graphs (DAGs) with Python code.
  • Task Management: Understand and implement various operators (Python, Bash, Sensors) and task dependencies.
  • Data Orchestration: Master concepts like XComs, Hooks, and Connections for seamless workflow integration.
  • Use Case: Develop and deploy a daily data processing pipeline that extracts data from an API, transforms it, loads it into a data warehouse, and sends an alert on completion.

Quick Start

Use the airflow skill to generate a basic DAG structure for a daily data processing pipeline.

Frequently Asked Questions about airflow

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

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How do I create a data pipeline DAG in Apache Airflow?

To create a data pipeline DAG in Apache Airflow, you structure Directed Acyclic Graphs using Python code to define tasks and manage dependencies. This approach allows you to build robust data orchestration workflows for complex processing.

How do XComs work for sharing data between Airflow tasks?

XComs in Apache Airflow work by allowing tasks to exchange small amounts of data, enabling seamless workflow integration. Alongside Hooks and Connections, they facilitate data orchestration and communication between different operators in your pipeline.

What is the best way to handle errors in data orchestration workflows?

The best way to handle errors in data orchestration workflows is to implement robust error handling patterns within your Apache Airflow DAGs. This ensures your tasks manage failures gracefully and maintain reliable pipeline execution.

How do I schedule a daily data processing pipeline with Airflow?

You schedule a daily data processing pipeline with Airflow by defining scheduling parameters in your DAG code. This automates the workflow to extract data from an API, transform it, load it into a warehouse, and send an alert on completion.

Does Apache Airflow support Python operators and sensors for task management?

Yes, Apache Airflow supports Python operators, Bash operators, and sensors for task management. You can use these various operators to implement task dependencies and execute specific logic within your data pipelines.

When should I use the TaskFlow API for writing Airflow DAGs?

You should use the TaskFlow API for writing Airflow DAGs when you want to utilize advanced features for cleaner task dependency management. It simplifies passing data between tasks and structuring your data orchestration workflows natively in Python.