lamindb

Track dataset versions, lineage, and provenance for FAIR biological data management.

4|Updated Mar 2, 2026
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Skill: lamindb
Source: https://github.com/shushuzn/Rairos/tree/main/skills/lamindb
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/shushuzn/Rairos --skill lamindb-shushuzn

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

LaminDB helps research teams turn biological datasets and analysis pipelines into queryable, traceable, and reproducible assets with FAIR-aligned metadata and lineage tracking.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Data lineage & provenance: Track which inputs and code produced which outputs across notebook/script workflows.
  • FAIR curation with typed features: Validate and annotate datasets using schema-defined, ontology-linked metadata for reliable querying.
  • Ontology-driven biological annotation: Standardize genes, cell types, tissues, diseases, and other entities via controlled vocabularies (e.g., bionty/Bionty) to reduce inconsistency.
  • Scalable data lakehouse patterns: Organize artifacts across storage backends and query them by metadata without repeatedly reloading raw files.
  • Workflow & MLOps integration: Connect curated artifacts to workflow managers (Nextflow/Snakemake/Redun) and experiment tracking platforms (W&B/MLflow) to keep experiments, code, and data in sync.

Quick Start

Use the lamindb skill to curate and validate an scRNA-seq AnnData file by defining schemas and linking ontology terms, then save the validated artifact with preserved provenance.

Frequently Asked Questions about lamindb

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I track data lineage and provenance for single-cell RNA-seq analysis pipelines?

Track single-cell data lineage by recording which inputs and code produced specific outputs across notebook or script workflows. This preserves provenance by keeping experiments, code, and datasets in sync for reproducible computational transforms.

How does ontology-based annotation work for FAIR biological data curation?

Ontology-based annotation standardizes biological entities like genes, cell types, and tissues using controlled vocabularies. This schema validation reduces metadata inconsistency and makes curated datasets queryable across local or cloud storage.

Can I integrate curated biological datasets with workflow managers and MLOps platforms?

Yes, curated artifacts can connect with workflow managers like Nextflow, Snakemake, and Redun, plus experiment tracking platforms such as W&B and MLflow. This integration keeps data, code, and experiments in sync.

What is the best way to organize queryable single-cell artifacts across cloud storage backends?

Organize artifacts using scalable data lakehouse patterns to query biological datasets by metadata without repeatedly reloading raw files. This requires defining typed schemas and features to validate and standardize values across storage backends.

How do I validate and curate an AnnData file using schema-defined metadata?

Validate AnnData files by defining typed schemas, linking ontology terms, and standardizing values via controlled vocabularies. This FAIR curation process ensures reliable querying and saves the artifact with preserved provenance.

Do I need to define typed schemas and features before tracking biological dataset versions?

Yes, defining typed schemas and features is required to validate and standardize values via ontologies before tracking dataset versions. This ensures metadata consistency for reliable querying across your data lakehouse workflows.