Overview
The dbt Connector provides write-enabled access to Dune’s data warehouse, allowing you to build sophisticated data transformation pipelines using dbt (data build tool). It uses the same Trino endpoint as the read-only connector but with thetransformations=true session property enabled.
The dbt Connector requires an Enterprise plan. Contact sales for access.
Key Features
- Write Access: Create tables, views, and materialized views directly in DuneSQL
- dbt Integration: Full compatibility with dbt Core and dbt Cloud
- Version Control: Manage your data models with Git-based workflows
- Testing: Built-in data quality testing with dbt’s testing framework
- Documentation: Auto-generate documentation for your data models
Common Use Cases
Data Transformation Pipelines
Build complex ETL pipelines that transform raw blockchain data into analytics-ready datasets
Custom Metrics & KPIs
Create reusable data models for protocol-specific metrics and business KPIs
Data Quality Assurance
Implement automated testing and validation for your blockchain data models
Scheduled Transformations
Automate data refreshes with dbt Cloud or your own orchestration tools