DVC (Data Version Control) is a version control system designed specifically for managing and versioning data files, similar to how Git is used for versioning code. It provides a set of commands and tools to track, share, and collaborate on data-driven projects effectively. Here’s a more detailed explanation of DVC as “Git for data”: Versioning […]
Archives for June 2023
dvc unfreeze: Unfreeze stages in the DVC pipeline
The dvc unfreeze command in DVC (Data Version Control) is used to unfreeze stages in the DVC pipeline. Unfreezing a stage allows DVC to resume tracking changes in the dependencies of that stage, enabling re-execution when necessary. Here’s a more detailed explanation of the dvc unfreeze command: DVC Pipeline: A DVC pipeline consists of multiple […]
dvc init: Initialize a new local DVC repository
The dvc init command is used to initialize a new local DVC (Data Version Control) repository. It sets up the necessary directory structure and configuration files to start using DVC to track and manage your data and models. Here’s a more detailed explanation of the dvc init command: 1. Local Repository: A DVC repository is […]
dvc gc: Remove unused files and directories from the cache or remote storage
The dvc gc command in DVC (Data Version Control) is used to remove unused files and directories from the cache or remote storage. It helps to clean up unnecessary data and optimize storage usage. Here’s a more detailed explanation of the dvc gc command: Data Cache: DVC uses a cache system to store data files […]
dvc freeze: Freeze stages in the DVC pipeline
The dvc freeze command in DVC (Data Version Control) allows you to freeze stages in the DVC pipeline. Freezing a stage prevents DVC from tracking changes in the dependencies of that stage, thereby preventing re-execution of the stage until it is unfrozen. Here’s a more detailed explanation of the dvc freeze command: DVC Pipeline: DVC […]
dvc fetch: Download DVC tracked files and directories from a remote repository
The dvc fetch command in DVC (Data Version Control) allows you to download DVC tracked files and directories from a remote repository. It helps you retrieve the data associated with a particular version, making it accessible for local use. Here’s a more detailed explanation of the dvc fetch command: Remote Repository: DVC supports integration with […]
dvc diff: Show changes in DVC tracked file and directories
The dvc diff command is used in DVC (Data Version Control) to show the changes made to DVC tracked files and directories. It helps you compare the differences between different versions of your data and understand the modifications that have occurred. Here is a more detailed explanation of the dvc diff command: Tracking Changes: DVC […]
dvc destroy: Remove all DVC files and directories from a DVC project
The “dvc destroy” command is a functionality provided by DVC (Data Version Control) that allows users to remove all DVC files and directories from a DVC project. This command is useful when you want to completely remove DVC from a project and clean up any associated files and directories. Here are the key aspects and […]
dvc dag: Visualize the pipeline(s) defined in dvc.yaml
The “dvc dag” command is a tool provided by DVC (Data Version Control) that allows users to visualize the pipeline(s) defined in the dvc.yaml file. The dvc.yaml file contains the pipeline definition, which specifies the data dependencies and the sequence of commands or stages required to generate the desired outputs. Here are the key aspects […]
dvc config: Low level command to manage custom configuration options for dvc repositories
The “dvc config” command is a low-level command in the DVC (Data Version Control) tool that allows users to manage custom configuration options for DVC repositories. These configurations can be set at different levels, including project, local, global, or system level, providing flexibility and customization options for DVC usage. Here are the key aspects and […]