#056: How to Run Queries from the Terminal (dbt Show Command)
Dec 06, 2023With dbt Core, you'll find yourself developing in a local editor, then going to your database server to look at the results.
But as of Version 1.5, there's a new command called "show" that allows you to run queries (and see results) directly from your terminal.
When would you use this?
- Preview results before deploying (results do not get materialized)
- Investigate a test failure
- Review table records without changing tools/screens
So in this video, I want to show you how to use this command so you can be more efficient with your development and avoid this hopping back and forth.
What will you learn?
- How to use the dbt Show command (selector & inline)
- How to dynamically select different columns
- How to filter a result set
Enjoy!
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