dataform-debugging

Name: dataform-debugging
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Author: Expanly

Diagnose Dataform compilation, authentication, and runtime errors in BigQuery pipelines.

Updated Aug 23, 2026

Search Tags:#debugging #SQL #troubleshooting #BigQuery #data-pipelines #data-quality #dataform

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npx skills add https://github.com/Expanly/expanly-claude-code-agents --skill dataform-debugging

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Skill: dataform-debugging
Source: https://github.com/Expanly/expanly-claude-code-agents/tree/main/plugins/expanly-scoring-model/skills/dataform-debugging
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Expanly/expanly-claude-code-agents --skill dataform-debugging

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a comprehensive debugging guide for Dataform projects and BigQuery workloads, helping teams quickly identify and resolve compilation, authentication, and runtime errors.

Core Features & Use Cases

Step-by-step diagnostics covering authentication, compile-time, data quality, incremental, and runtime errors.
Quick reference for common Dataform build problems with practical fixes suitable for data pipelines and analytics workloads.
Use Case: A data team diagnosing a failing Dataform compilation in a nightly pipeline.

Quick Start

Follow the diagnostic checklist to start investigating a broken Dataform workflow: verify authentication, run a local compile, check dependencies and incremental logic, then review data quality signals.

Frequently Asked Questions about dataform-debugging

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

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How do I fix Dataform compilation errors in BigQuery pipelines?▼

Fix Dataform compilation errors by running a local compile to identify syntax issues, verifying Dataform definitions, and checking dependencies to resolve failing BigQuery pipeline builds.

Why does my Dataform authentication fail when running BigQuery workflows?▼

Dataform authentication fails often due to incorrect service account configuration or missing BigQuery permissions; verify authentication setup and credentials to restore pipeline execution.

What is the best way to troubleshoot Dataform incremental table problems?▼

Troubleshoot Dataform incremental table problems by reviewing incremental logic, checking data quality signals, and validating SQL definitions to ensure BigQuery pipelines update correctly.

Do I need to know SQL and BigQuery concepts to debug Dataform runtime failures?▼

Yes, debugging Dataform runtime failures requires familiarity with Dataform definitions, SQL, and BigQuery concepts to analyze errors and apply targeted fixes across data pipelines.

What should I check when Dataform data quality checks fail in a nightly pipeline?▼

When Dataform data quality checks fail, review data quality signals, verify authentication, inspect compile-time errors, and check incremental logic to diagnose nightly pipeline failures.