malloy-analysis

Analyze Malloy semantic models served by Publisher with structured workflows.

95|24|Updated Sep 16, 2024
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npx skills add https://github.com/malloydata/publisher --skill malloy-analysis
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Skill: malloy-analysis
Source: https://github.com/malloydata/publisher/tree/main/skills/malloy-analysis
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/malloydata/publisher --skill malloy-analysis

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill unit provides a structured approach to analyzing data from Malloy semantic models served by Publisher, offering a systematic way to answer data questions, generate metrics, and visualize trends.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Data Question Answering: A workflow to methodically answer data questions, including metrics, breakdowns, trends, and charts.
  • Model Understanding: Helps users discover and understand the models, entities, fields, and views in Malloy semantic models.
  • Query Construction: Provides guidance on constructing accurate Malloy queries for data retrieval and analysis.
  • Execution and Verification: Guides users through executing queries, verifying results, and presenting findings.

Quick Start

Run the malloy-analysis skill to start a Malloy analysis workflow.

Frequently Asked Questions about malloy-analysis

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I analyze data from Malloy semantic models served by Publisher?

To analyze Malloy semantic models served by Publisher, use a structured workflow that handles data question answering, metric generation, trend visualization, and detailed model understanding. Query execution requires malloy-publisher MCP tools for data retrieval.

How do I construct accurate data queries for Malloy semantic models?

Constructing accurate Malloy queries requires understanding the models, entities, fields, and views within your semantic models. The analysis workflow provides guidance on query construction for precise data retrieval and execution against Publisher.

Can I generate metrics and trend visualizations from Malloy Publisher models?

Yes, you can generate metrics and trend visualizations from Malloy Publisher models. The workflow systematically answers data questions by constructing queries, executing them via MCP tools, verifying results, and presenting visual findings.

Do I need malloy-publisher MCP tools to query semantic models?

Yes, malloy-publisher MCP tools are required for query execution and data retrieval. The analysis workflow depends on these tools to interact with Publisher and retrieve data from Malloy semantic models for metric generation and visualization.

What is the best way to understand entities and fields in a Malloy semantic model?

The best way to understand entities and fields in a Malloy semantic model is to use a structured model understanding workflow. This approach helps you discover and interpret the models, views, and fields served by Publisher before constructing queries.

How do I verify query results when analyzing Malloy semantic models?

To verify query results when analyzing Malloy semantic models, follow the execution and verification guidance within the workflow. This process ensures your constructed Malloy queries retrieve accurate data before presenting final findings.