td-change-point

Detect structural breaks and regime changes in time series using Teradata's TD_CHANGE_POINT function.

7|Updated Dec 3, 2025
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npx skills add https://github.com/teradata-labs/claude-cookbooks --skill td-change-point
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Skill: td-change-point
Source: https://github.com/teradata-labs/claude-cookbooks/tree/main/skills/analytics/td-change-point
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/teradata-labs/claude-cookbooks --skill td-change-point

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill identifies critical points in time series data where underlying patterns or structures change, enabling proactive analysis and intervention.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structural Break Detection: Pinpoints significant shifts in time series behavior.
  • Change Point Analysis: Identifies moments of regime change or structural breaks.
  • Use Case: Analyze sensor data from industrial equipment to detect when a machine's performance characteristics change, indicating potential maintenance needs or operational shifts.

Quick Start

Detect change points in the time series data from the table 'my_database.sensor_readings' using the timestamp column 'event_time' and value column 'temperature'.

Frequently Asked Questions about td-change-point

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

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How do I detect structural breaks in time series data using Teradata?

Detect structural breaks in time series data by applying the TD_CHANGE_POINT function via Teradata's Unbounded Array Framework (UAF). This pinpoints significant shifts in time series behavior for applications like forecasting, anomaly detection, and process monitoring.

What is change point detection in time series analysis?

Change point detection in time series analysis identifies critical points where underlying patterns or structures change. It analyzes regime changes and structural breaks in high-dimensional, large-scale datasets to enable proactive analysis and intervention.

Do I need a specific Teradata license to run change point analysis?

Yes, change point analysis requires Teradata Vantage with the Unbounded Array Framework (UAF) enabled. You must also have the appropriate licensing configured to execute the TD_CHANGE_POINT function on your datasets.

Can I use UAF to find regime changes in industrial sensor data?

Yes, you can use UAF to find regime changes in industrial sensor data. By analyzing sensor readings, it detects when a machine's performance characteristics change, indicating potential maintenance needs or operational shifts.

What's the best way to monitor high-dimensional datasets for structural shifts?

The best way to monitor high-dimensional datasets for structural shifts is using the TD_CHANGE_POINT function in Teradata's UAF. It processes large-scale datasets to pinpoint significant shifts in time series behavior for anomaly detection.