lamindb

Manage biological data with versioning, lineage tracking, and ontology integration via a Python API.

557|98|Updated Nov 7, 2025
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npx skills add https://github.com/jimmc414/Kosmos --skill lamindb-jimmc414
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Skill: lamindb
Source: https://github.com/jimmc414/Kosmos/tree/main/kosmos-claude-scientific-skills/scientific-skills/lamindb
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jimmc414/Kosmos --skill lamindb-jimmc414

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenges of managing, querying, and reproducing biological data by providing a robust framework for data versioning, lineage tracking, and standardized annotation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Data Management: Store, version, and query diverse biological datasets (scRNA-seq, spatial, etc.).
  • Lineage Tracking: Automatically record computational provenance for reproducible research.
  • Ontology Integration: Standardize metadata using biological ontologies (genes, cell types, diseases).
  • Use Case: A researcher needs to analyze scRNA-seq data from multiple experiments. This Skill allows them to upload, annotate with cell types and tissues, track the analysis pipeline, and query across all datasets efficiently, ensuring reproducibility.

Quick Start

Use the lamindb skill to initialize a new LaminDB instance with S3 storage and PostgreSQL.

Frequently Asked Questions about lamindb

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

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How do I track biological data lineage for reproducibility?

To track biological data lineage for reproducibility, this Skill automatically records computational provenance using a unified Python API. It supports data versioning and schema validation to ensure analysis pipelines remain fully queryable and traceable across multiple experiments.

Can I manage scRNA-seq datasets using biological ontologies for standardized annotation?

You can manage scRNA-seq datasets using biological ontologies for standardized annotation by applying schema validation and ontology integration. The framework standardizes metadata using biological ontologies like genes, cell types, and diseases to maintain consistent queryability across diverse datasets.

What is the best way to version and query diverse biological data formats like AnnData and Parquet?

The best way to version and query diverse biological data formats like AnnData and Parquet is through a unified Python API. This framework supports data versioning, lineage tracking, and efficient querying across formats including AnnData, Parquet, and Zarr.

Does LaminDB support integration with MLOps platforms and workflow managers?

LaminDB supports integration with MLOps platforms and workflow managers to manage diverse data formats. It facilitates data versioning and schema validation within computational pipelines, ensuring reproducible research and traceable biological data management across experiments.

How do I initialize a LaminDB instance with S3 storage and PostgreSQL?

To initialize a LaminDB instance with S3 storage and PostgreSQL, use the lamindb skill to configure the backend environment. This setup enables robust data management, queryability, and traceability for biological datasets following FAIR principles.