#056: How to Run Queries from the Terminal (dbt Show Command)

With 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!