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Constraints in Apache Airflow

Constraints are guidelines we can specify to restrict the running of workflow tasks. It also manages task dependencies and scheduling. This makes sure that specific needs must be met before the task completion.

Here are some typical categories of constraints:

1. Time-based constraints in Apache Airflow

The

execution_date

ensures that a task is only scheduled for execution when the current execution date matches the specified value. The

start_date

and

end_date

define the time range during which a task is allowed to be scheduled. Also, it will skip the tasks scheduled outside this range.

2. Dependency constraints in Apache Airflow

The

depends_on_past

ensures execution only if its previous run completes. It also enforces sequential execution based on the task’s history. The

trigger_rule

allows us to define custom conditions for task execution based on the status of upstream tasks.

3. Pool constraints in Apache Airflow

We can restrict the number of jobs in a pool’s concurrent executions by assigning them to that pool. This restriction aids in managing resource usage and prevents excessive parallelism.

4. Resources constraints in Apache Airflow

cpus

,

memory

, and

disk_space

allows us to specify resource needs for a task, also ensuring that sufficient resources are available before the task can be executed.

We may design workflows that adhere to specified dependency and scheduling requirements by employing constraints well. We may also manage resource allocation, handle task dependencies, manage task scheduling, and regulate the order in which activities execute.

Within a DAG, we can specify constraints at the task level by using the constraints parameter when creating a task. Also, multiple restrictions may be provided for a task, and Airflow will consider these constraints when scheduling and carrying out it.

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Conclusion

The article provides a detailed explanation of the constraints from our Tech team. We can create more exact and regulated workflows by using these Apache Airflow constraints.