// Run commands & scripts
dbtv2.0.5
dbt enables data analysts and engineers to transform their data using the same practices that software engineers use to build applications.
Open source Maintained For agents
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dbt is dbt enables data analysts and engineers to transform their data using the same practices that software engineers use to build applications.
Good for: Developers who want their agent (Claude Code, Codex, Cursor…) to run commands & scripts.
01How to start
- 1Read the official README for requirements and permissions.
- 2Install it as the official guide describes.
- 3Tell your agent the command exists (e.g. in AGENTS.md / CLAUDE.md) so it knows when to call it.
02Alternatives & comparison
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