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databricks-unity-catalog

Query Unity Catalog system tables, volumes, and lineage for governance.

1|Updated Mar 17, 2026
Search Tags:#queries#lineage#data-governance#audit-logs#unity-catalog#volumes#system-tables
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npx skills add https://github.com/leary-poken/ai-dev-kit --skill databricks-unity-catalog-leary-poken
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Skill: databricks-unity-catalog
Source: https://github.com/leary-poken/ai-dev-kit/tree/main/databricks-skills/databricks-unity-catalog
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/leary-poken/ai-dev-kit --skill databricks-unity-catalog-leary-poken

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Unity Catalog centralizes governance for data assets, enabling consistent access control, auditability, and metadata visibility across catalogs, schemas, and volumes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • System table exploration for audit, lineage, and metadata discovery
  • Volume management operations including listing, uploading, and downloading data in /Volumes
  • Lineage and governance insight across datasets with practical examples

Quick Start

Query system tables, review a sample volume, and review a basic lineage example to see governance in action.

Frequently Asked Questions about databricks-unity-catalog

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I query Unity Catalog system tables to audit data access?▼

Query Unity Catalog system tables to audit data access by exploring metadata and tracking user interactions. This Skill provides SQL examples to help you monitor governance and audit access events across your workspace.

What is the best way to track data lineage across datasets in Unity Catalog?▼

Track data lineage across datasets by querying Unity Catalog system tables. This Skill offers practical examples to visualize lineage and gain governance insights across your data assets.

Can I manage volume operations like uploading and downloading files in /Volumes/?▼

Yes, you can manage volume operations including listing, uploading, and downloading files in /Volumes/. This Skill supports Python SDK examples and MCP tooling to execute these volume management tasks.

Do I need a Unity Catalog enabled workspace to query lineage and audit logs?▼

Yes, querying lineage and audit logs requires a Unity Catalog enabled workspace with appropriate privileges. You must have the necessary permissions to access system tables and perform volume operations.

Does this Skill work with Python SDK examples for analyzing Unity Catalog billing?▼

Yes, this Skill works with Python SDK examples to analyze Unity Catalog billing. It supports querying system tables and using MCP tooling to perform billing analysis and governance audits.

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