Shortlist Census variables for a research brief
See which variables are available before committing to a demographic analysis.
Trigger
Webhook received
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Action
Get Dataset Variables JSON
Retrieves all variables available in a Census dataset.
Why this helps
Analysts often start an estimate query before confirming what fields the dataset actually exposes.
- Ground variable discovery in the actual research question.
- Retrieve the variables available in a Census dataset.
- Make it easier to select measures before querying data.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect AgentQL and Census bureau once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation in Automations, New Automation, and name it for variable discovery.
- 3Describe the outcome in one instruction: inspect the supplied research brief and retrieve the available variables for the specified Census dataset and year, highlighting candidates relevant to the stated question.
- 4Choose the webhook trigger and select where run reports should go.
- 5Test with one dataset and verify candidate definitions before selecting measures.
Questions about this workflow
What does the variables JSON provide?
It provides the available variables for a dataset, including names, labels, data types, and valid values.
Does a variable shortlist replace metadata review?
No. Check the specific variable metadata and constraints before using it in a query.
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