Update Databricks external metadata from Coda
When the source documentation changes, update the registered external metadata while the context is fresh.
Trigger
Specific Coda Page Updated Trigger
Triggers when a specific page within a Coda document is updated.
Action
Update External Metadata
Tool to update an external metadata object in Unity Catalog. Use when you need to modify metadata about external systems registered within Unity Catalog. The user must have metastore admin status, own the object, or possess the MODIFY privilege. Note that changing ownership requires the MANAGE privilege, and callers cannot update both the owner and other metadata in a single request.
Why this helps
Metadata drifts when documentation updates do not reach the catalog record.
- Reduces metadata drift
- Keeps catalog context current
- Uses a specific page as the source of truth
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Coda and Databricks in Notis once.
- 2Create an automation for external metadata updates.
- 3Tell Notis to apply the approved metadata changes from the updated page.
- 4Pick Specific Coda Page Updated as the trigger.
- 5Choose report delivery and test with one real update.
Questions about this workflow
Does this copy every page edit?
Only edits that your instruction identifies as approved metadata changes should run the action.
What if the external object is unclear?
Name the registered external metadata object in the Coda page.
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