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Airflow Backfill Plugin

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Updated: 22 Sep 2019
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A plugin for backfilling task's and dag's through the UI

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Overview

The Airflow backfill plugin offers an innovative solution for managing workflows, allowing users to efficiently backfill tasks and Directed Acyclic Graphs (DAGs) directly through a user-friendly interface. This plugin is particularly useful for those working with Apache Airflow, as it simplifies the process of re-running past tasks to ensure data consistency and completeness in your workflows.

By utilizing this plugin, users have the capability to execute backfills seamlessly using Docker. This local testing environment ensures everything runs smoothly before deploying it into a production setting, making it convenient for developers and data engineers alike.

Features

  • User-Friendly Interface: The plugin facilitates backfilling tasks and DAGs directly through an intuitive web interface, enhancing usability for all skill levels.

  • Local Testing Available: Users can test the plugin locally, ensuring reliability and ease of troubleshooting before moving to a production environment.

  • Docker Support: The backfill plugin is designed to work with Docker, allowing for straightforward setup and resource isolation during testing.

  • Quick Access: Simply navigate to the specified URL (http://localhost:8080/admin/backfill) to access the backfill functionality promptly after running the web service.

  • Streamlined Backfilling: This plugin simplifies the process of backfilling, enabling users to run past tasks efficiently and ensuring that workflows remain consistent and error-free.