looker-to-sigma

Convert Looker LookML models and dashboards into Sigma data models and workbooks.

6|7|Updated Dec 14, 2023
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sigmacomputing/quickstarts-public --skill looker-to-sigma
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Skill: looker-to-sigma
Source: https://github.com/sigmacomputing/quickstarts-public/tree/main/looker-migration-skills/looker-to-sigma
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sigmacomputing/quickstarts-public --skill looker-to-sigma

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires python3, ruby, pyyaml, tsx, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill automates the complex migration of Looker semantic models and dashboards into Sigma, ensuring parity and reducing manual effort during platform transitions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Semantic Model Conversion: Translates LookML projects and explores into Sigma data models.
  • Dashboard Migration: Converts Looker user-defined and LookML dashboards into functional Sigma workbooks.
  • Parity Verification: Performs automated 3-way parity checks between Looker, Sigma, and the source warehouse to ensure data accuracy.

Quick Start

Run the migrate-looker.py script with your LookML directory and dashboard ID to initiate the automated conversion and parity verification pipeline.

Frequently Asked Questions about looker-to-sigma

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I migrate Looker LookML dashboards to Sigma workbooks?

You can migrate Looker dashboards to Sigma by running the migrate-looker.py script with your LookML directory and dashboard ID, which converts the content into functional Sigma workbooks.

Can I convert LookML semantic models into Sigma data models?

Yes, the migration pipeline translates LookML projects and explores directly into Sigma data models, ensuring your semantic layer is preserved during the platform transition.

What credentials are required for Looker to Sigma migration?

Looker to Sigma migration requires Looker REST API 4.0 access and Sigma API credentials to execute the full conversion pipeline, including RLS detection and source-swap workflows.

How does Looker to Sigma migration verify data parity?

Looker to Sigma migration verifies data parity by performing automated 3-way checks between Looker, Sigma, and the source warehouse to ensure data accuracy across platforms.

Does the Looker to Sigma conversion support row-level security detection?

Yes, the Looker to Sigma conversion supports row-level security detection as part of its end-to-end migration workflow, alongside source-swap and scripted parity verification.