hops

Manage Hopsworks Feature Store resources via the hops CLI with JSON output.

2|Updated Feb 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/logicalclocks/hopsworks-cli --skill hops-logicalclocks
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: hops
Source: https://github.com/logicalclocks/hopsworks-cli/tree/main/cmd/templates
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/logicalclocks/hopsworks-cli --skill hops-logicalclocks

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the tedious, error-prone manual work of managing Hopsworks Feature Store resources, including feature groups, feature views, training datasets, models, deployments, and external data connectors, saving data and ML teams hours of repetitive administrative and operational effort.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • End-to-end Feature Store Management: List, create, and manage feature groups, feature views, and training datasets to support feature engineering and batch/online feature serving workflows.
  • ML Lifecycle Orchestration: Register models, create and manage deployments, and run scheduled jobs to streamline end-to-end machine learning pipeline operations.
  • External Data Integration: Connect to external data sources including Snowflake, S3, BigQuery, and JDBC databases to create external feature groups without manual data movement or duplication.
  • Use Case: For example, a data engineer can use this Skill to create an external feature group from a Snowflake table, build a feature view with joins and transformations, compute a training dataset, register a trained model, and deploy it for online serving, all via simple CLI commands.

Quick Start

Use the hops skill to list all feature groups in your current Hopsworks project and display the full schema and statistics for the customer_transactions feature group.

Frequently Asked Questions about hops

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage Hopsworks Feature Store resources from the command line?

You can manage Hopsworks Feature Store resources from the command line by using the hops CLI to automate the creation and listing of feature groups, feature views, and training datasets. This reduces manual operational overhead for ML teams.

Can I connect external data sources like Snowflake or S3 to a Hopsworks Feature Store?

Yes, you can connect external data sources like Snowflake, S3, and BigQuery to create external feature groups without manual data movement. This allows you to integrate external databases directly into your feature engineering workflows.

How do I automate ML pipeline orchestration and model deployment in Hopsworks?

Automate ML pipeline orchestration and model deployment in Hopsworks by registering models, creating deployments, and running scheduled jobs via the hops CLI. This streamlines end-to-end machine learning operations for online serving.

Do I need environment variables for Hopsworks CLI authentication?

Yes, you need to configure environment variables for authentication when using the hops CLI for programmatic access to Hopsworks. The CLI supports JSON output for parsing, ensuring secure and automated environment configuration.

What is the best way to build a training dataset from an external feature group?

The best way to build a training dataset from an external feature group is to use the hops CLI to build a feature view with joins and transformations. You can then compute the training dataset and register the trained model for deployment.

What are the limitations of managing feature groups via the hops CLI?

Managing feature groups via the hops CLI is limited to Hopsworks environments and requires proper environment variable configuration for authentication. It applies to feature engineering workflows and model serving operations within that specific ecosystem.