bq-info

Retrieve BigQuery table schemas, metadata, and properties across datasets and projects.

209|30|Updated Sep 18, 2021

Search Tags:#auditing #metadata #inventory #tables #bigquery #datasets #retrieve

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npx skills add https://github.com/starlake-ai/starlake --skill bq-info

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: bq-info
Source: https://github.com/starlake-ai/starlake/tree/main/.agent/skills/bq-info
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/starlake-ai/starlake --skill bq-info

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Retrieve BigQuery table information.

Core Features & Use Cases

Retrieve table schemas, metadata, and properties for BigQuery datasets.
Inventory and audit BigQuery environments by listing tables across datasets and projects.
Use with automation to generate metadata reports for data catalogs and governance.

Quick Start

Execute starlake bq-info with your target tables to retrieve their BigQuery metadata.

Frequently Asked Questions about bq-info

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I retrieve BigQuery table metadata across multiple projects?▼

To retrieve BigQuery table metadata across multiple projects, you query targeted tables using configured connections and proper authentication, returning schemas and properties for inventory and auditing.

What is the best way to audit BigQuery datasets and inventory tables?▼

The best way to audit BigQuery datasets and inventory tables is to execute a metadata retrieval command against your target tables, which returns table schemas and properties across your environment.

Can I use table filters when retrieving BigQuery schemas and properties?▼

Yes, you can apply optional table filters when retrieving BigQuery schemas and properties, allowing you to narrow the metadata extraction to specific tables within your configured datasets and projects.

Do I need a configured connection to extract BigQuery table information?▼

Yes, extracting BigQuery table information requires a configured connection and proper authentication to access your database and project, ensuring secure retrieval of schemas and metadata.

Why use a metadata retrieval command for BigQuery data catalog governance?▼

Using a metadata retrieval command for BigQuery data catalog governance automates the extraction of table schemas and properties, generating reliable inventory reports for auditing across datasets.