OpenMetadata

OpenMetadata is a unified metadata platform for data discovery, data observability, and data governance powered by a central metadata repository, in-depth column level lineage, and seamless team collaboration.

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How to Set Up a Local OpenMetadata Instance for Testing Features

Easily set up a local OpenMetadata instance for testing features. Run the complete stack with a single command using our helper script and Docker.

how-to-guide
Apr 23, 2026
Troubleshooting Common Development Issues in OpenMetadata: A Complete Technical Guide

Troubleshoot common OpenMetadata development issues with this technical guide. Learn to fix environment misconfigs, schema gaps, and registry problems to save debugging time.

how-to-guide
Apr 23, 2026
OpenMetadata Coding Standards: Complete Guide to Java, TypeScript, and Python Guidelines

Master OpenMetadata coding standards for Java, TypeScript, and Python. Ensure production-ready, maintainable code with our comprehensive guide and CI enforced guidelines.

best-practices
Apr 23, 2026
How to Use the OpenMetadata SDK for Java: A Complete Guide

Master the OpenMetadata SDK for Java with this guide. Learn to configure the client, manage metadata entities, and create tables efficiently using simple API calls.

how-to-guide
Apr 23, 2026
Understanding the OpenMetadata API for Developers: A Complete Technical Guide

Explore the OpenMetadata API: a powerful RESTful service with a type-safe Java SDK. Master CRUD operations, versioning, and pagination for seamless data discovery and governance.

api-reference
Apr 23, 2026
How to Add a New Connector to OpenMetadata: A Complete Developer Guide

Learn how to add a new connector to OpenMetadata with this developer guide. Implement a Python Source class and JSON Schema for seamless UI, CLI, and CI integration.

how-to-guide
Apr 23, 2026
OpenMetadata Architecture Components: A Deep Dive into the Four-Layer Design

Explore the four-layer OpenMetadata architecture including schemas, storage, APIs, and ingestion. Understand the modular design powering modern metadata management.

deep-dive
Apr 23, 2026
How to Debug the OpenMetadata UI: A Complete Developer Guide

Debug the OpenMetadata UI effectively using browser DevTools, React Developer Tools, and WebSocket logging. Trace UI state and API calls easily.

how-to-guide
Apr 23, 2026
How to Debug the OpenMetadata Backend: A Complete Developer Guide

Debug the OpenMetadata backend efficiently. Learn to set log levels, check system health APIs, and use the admin UI to find and fix issues.

how-to-guide
Apr 23, 2026
How to Run OpenMetadata Integration Tests: A Complete Guide

Run OpenMetadata integration tests easily. This guide shows how to use Maven and Testcontainers to spin up a Docker stack for your tests.

how-to-guide
Apr 23, 2026
How to Set Up a Development Database for OpenMetadata: PostgreSQL and MySQL Guide

Easily set up PostgreSQL or MySQL as your OpenMetadata development database using simple Docker Compose commands. Get your environment ready in minutes with this quick guide.

how-to-guide
Apr 23, 2026
What Programming Languages Are Used in OpenMetadata? A Complete Technical Breakdown

Discover the programming languages powering OpenMetadata: Java for backend, Python for ingestion, TypeScript/React for UI, and Bash/Docker for deployment. Get the full technical breakdown.

deep-dive
Apr 23, 2026

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