SQL and Jinja for dbt

Overview

Enhancing dbt workflows leads to efficient and maintainable data models. In this course, SQL and Jinja for dbt, you’ll gain the ability to write optimized dbt models, automate transformations, and apply Jinja scripting for dynamic data references.

First, you’ll explore best practices for writing efficient SQL in dbt models. Next, you’ll discover how to enhance dbt transformations using Jinja templating for dynamic schema and table references.

Finally, you’ll learn how to automate SQL workflows using dbt macros, enabling code reusability, logic-driven queries, and debugging strategies. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to optimize dbt models, streamline SQL workflows, and apply Jinja-based automation for scalable data transformations.

Syllabus

• Introduction to dbt and its Workflow
Overview of dbt and its Role in Data Engineering
Understanding dbt Models and Their Structure
Introduction to SQL and Jinja in the Context of dbt
• Writing Efficient SQL in dbt Models
Best Practices for SQL in dbt
Leveraging dbt’s Compilation Process
Techniques for Optimizing Query Performance
• Using Jinja Templating in dbt
Introduction to Jinja and Its Syntax
Dynamic Schema and Table References
Conditional Logic and Looping with Jinja
Tips for Troubleshooting Jinja Code
• Enhancing dbt Transformations with Jinja
Creating Dynamic Queries with Jinja
Using Jinja to Manage Configurations
Implementing Jinja for Data Validation and Cleaning
• Automating SQL Workflows with dbt Macros
Understanding Macros in dbt
Writing Custom Macros for Reusable Logic
Implementing Logic-Driven Queries via Macros
Debugging Strategies for Macros
• Case Studies: Applying SQL and Jinja for dbt
Real-world Examples of Optimized dbt Models
Case Study: Dynamic Data Models with Jinja
Automating Complex Transformations with Macros
• Final Project
Developing a Comprehensive dbt Model
Incorporating SQL Best Practices, Jinja, and Macros
Peer Review and Feedback
• Conclusion and Next Steps
Recap of Key Learnings
Resources for Continued Learning
Exploring Advanced Topics in dbt and Data Engineering

Taught by

Pinal Dave

Subjects

Business