With Dataedo 10.3.1, we addressed a few issues and improved the experience of features released with 10.3
| Issue | Resolution Status | Fix Version | External Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Import from PostgreSQL was failing with filters. | Fixed. | 10.3.1 | |
| Import issues with MongoDB. | Fixed. | 10.3.1 | |
| Administration console was crashing. | Fixed. | 10.3.1 | Administration console |
The repository upgrade is not needed with this version.
Dataedo from version 10.3 allows you to not only configure lineage on the object level but also to go deeper and define flows on a column level. You can set column-level flows by enabling column-level lineage and setting inflow and correspondent outflow columns.
Additionally, you can now browse diagrams from both the Web and Desktop.
We redesigned Data Classification and improved performance or algorithms. You can now classify only a portion of the Data Catalog and configure classification to match your needs.
We also added a few built-in classifications, so that the current list contains:
CCPA - California Consumer Privacy Act
FERPA - Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
GDPR - finds columns potentially holding personal data as defined by European GDPR
HIPAA - Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
PCI - Payment Card Industry
PII - finds columns PII (Personally Identifiable Information)
Read more about Data Classification.
With this version, we improved the previously released history of changes. It is now supported across most of the objects in Descriptions, Titles, and Custom Fields.
Read more about History of changes.
In version 10.3 we added numerous ERD improvements.
You can now add post-its (notes) to the diagram. Each post-it can have its position, and color, and can be either behind or over other nodes.
You can now display the nullability of columns on the ERD diagram.
You can now quickly add and remove objects from Subject Area when operating on the ERD diagram.
We improved ERD exporting design.
We improved how ERD works in the Web Catalog.
Dataedo, from version 10.3, will automatically create a lineage for views for you. Only requirement is to import a dependecies for a database:
With 10.3 we are bringing a few new native metadata scanners:
SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) (beta)
dbt (beta)
SAP HANA
NetSuite
Astra DB
Amazon DynamoDB
Azure Blob Storage
Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS)
PostgreSQL:
Added new SSL modes:
Prefer
VerifyCA
Verify Full
Added support for client SSL certificate authentication
With version 10.3 we are shipping a package of UI improvements in the Web Catalog.
We implemented Schema Change tracking into Web Catalog
We changed the grids engine for a smoother experience and better customization.
We added Spell checking option in the descriptions editor in Dataedo Desktop
We implemented the possibility of running Data Profiling across Views
With the Dataedo 10.2.2, we addressed a few issues and improved the experience of features released with 10.2
We added new objects we track with History of Changes.
| Issue | Resolution status | Fix version | External links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Web Catalog checks both SQL permissions and internal permissions. | Changes, so that now Web Catalog checks only permissions built in Web Catalog and no longer checks SQL Server permissions. | 10.2.2 | Accessing Web Catalog |
| Problems with DDL Import. | Fixed errors with PK, FK, data sizes, and more. | 10.2.2 | |
| Import dependencies take a long time. | Importing dependencies is now an option. | 10.2.2 | |
| Problems with connecting to Salesforce. | Connection to Salesforce has been improved. | 10.2.2 |
We addressed also multiple smaller issues.
Repository upgrade is not needed with this version.
With the Dataedo 10.2.1, we addressed a few issues and improved experience of features released with 10.2
| Issue | Resolution status | Fix version | External links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Issues with commandline license. | Fixed. | 10.2.1 | Command line |
| Issues with importing Oracle packages. | Fixed. | 10.2.1 | |
| Issues with Tabular connector. | Fixed. | 10.2.1 | |
| Rare issues with editing and creating Business Glossary terms. | Fixed. | 10.2.1 |
Repository upgrade is not needed with this version.
One of the first things that catch an eye is redesigned import windows. With more and more connectors and options added to each release, we decided it's time to add a search functionality alongside folders grouping.
With Dataedo 10.2 we are bringing a few new native metadata scanners:
[Hive Metastore]/docs/documenting-technology/supported-databases/apache-hive-metastore)
And also we are introducing a way, to import files like JSON, CSV, or XLS directly from:
You can also connect to the following sources using native connectors:
with Amazon Athena connector:
with [Apache Hive Metastore]/docs/documenting-technology/supported-databases/apache-hive-metastore) connector:
with Microsoft Dataverse connector:
Here is the list of all the connectors.
You can now import your database schema using interface tables, built-in Dataedo.
Read more about Importing from Interface Tables.
Starting from Dataedo 10.2 you can import your database schema using SQL dump from your database.
Read more about Importing from DDL script.
This feature was slightly redesigned and improved based on your feedback. The most important change is that you can currently run it for your whole database at once, save results as you go, and come back sometime later to preview the results.
There are now three scopes you can run Data Profiling.
Run Data Profiling for the whole database (or any selected subset of tables)
Run Data Profiling only for the selected table.
Preview Sample Data for the selected table.
Read more about Data Profiling in Dataedo Desktop.
Part of the improvements in the area of Data Profiling is the fact that we surfaced the ability to peak into Sample Data. Right now you can simply use a handy right-click option on a table to preview its values!
With this version, we introduced the history of changes in descriptions, titles, and Custom Fields. Dataedo will store information about who, when, and how changed the values.
Currently, Dataedo will monitor only some objects in the system. A list of monitored objects and fields is available in a detailed article.
Read more about History of changes.
From version 10.2, accessing any data via Dataedo Web Catalog requires correct permission. This allows detailed customization regarding who will be able to perform what action in the Dataedo Web Catalog.
In other words, admins can now customize who is allowed to see what portion of data in Dataedo Web Catalog.
Read more about Permissions in Dataedo Web Catalog.
With Dataedo 10.2 we fixed some bugs, and also introduced some other changes, like:
We unified the naming for Subject Areas across all products (previously we were naming them in some places as "Modules" or "Modules and ERD's").
We added the ability to edit Business Glossary from the Web Catalog.
We improved performance both in Web Catalog and Dataedo Desktop.
We improved the way we are upgrading the repository from version to version and we introduces dbo.database_update_log for better support and troubleshooting.
With the Dataedo 10.1.3, we addressed a few issues, which you might encounter using Dataedo.
| Issue | Resolution status | Fix version | External links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Problems with connecting to SQL Server after the certificate expires | Fixed by adding "Connection mode" select to SQL Server metadata scanner. | 10.1.3 | |
| Web Catalog Installer occasionally crashes at the end of a process | Fixed by resolving the main issue and adding logging | 10.1.3 | |
Crash Cannot insert duplicate key in object 'dbo.licenses' after selecting license | Fixed | 10.1.3 | |
| Issues with Active Directory login to Web Catalog | Fixed | 10.1.3 | |
| Manual columns are stuck in the "user-defined" type. | Fixed | 10.1.3 | |
| Object counters are not always correctly refreshed. | Fixed | 10.1.3 | |
| Cannot connect to Tabular with Windows Authentication in Dataedo 10.1 | Fixed | 10.1.3 |
Multiple minor UI fixes in Dataedo Desktop.
Salesforce metadata scanner improvements.
Repository upgrade is not needed with this version.
With the Dataedo 10.1.2, we fixed a few an issue, which encountered in Dataedo 10.1.x
| Issue | Resolution status | Fix version | External links |
|---|---|---|---|
| When importing database changes (updating schema), tables where changes were made in the database since the last update was made, may have the table or column title removed. | Fixed. For new columns, we are importing Titles. On column update, we are not overwriting the Title. | 10.1.2 | |
| Some users were unable to login into Web Catalog with Active Directory, after upgrading from Dataedo 9.x. | Fixed | 10.1.2 |
To check if you were affected, check one of the tables changed during one of the previous imports. You can use schema change tracking to find these objects.
Repository upgrade is not needed with this version.
With the Dataedo 10.1.1, we fixed a few issues, which you might encounter in Dataedo 10.1.
| Issue | Resolution status | Fix version | External links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unable to run command-line (missing license). | License file support added to command-line. | 10.1.1 | Command-line support |
| Deleting documentation was timing out. | We improved the way we are deleting documentation. | 10.1.1 | - |
| Upgrade from 9.x to 10.x was not copying the recent connections. | We fixed that, and starting from the fix version, on upgrade, recent connections are copied. | 10.1.1 | - |
| Problems with connecting to Salesforce when domain region had more than 2 letters. | Fixed. | 10.1.1 | - |
| Missing IIS modules after Web Catalog installation. | Fixed. | 10.1.1 | - |
| "The given key was not present" error when importing from SQL Server. | Fixed. | 10.1.1 | - |
Fixes to few minor crashes not mentioned above.
Users on the server, without permissions to the repository database, can no longer create accounts in the Web Catalog.
Repository upgrade is not needed with this version.
Dataedo 10.1 introduces Data Lineage, in two parts. You can design flows using Dataedo Desktop and browse diagrams using Dataedo Web Catalog. Read more about Data Lineage in Dataedo
You can now export your data structure to data description language (DDL). In other words, you will be able to export the database to a set of statements like CREATE and ALTER. Read more about Export to DDL.
We are introducing a feature of notifying users about comments and questions, regarding objects they are following.
Find out more about Email Notifications in Dataedo Web Catalog
You can now change the theme, reset the onboarding or configure timeout. Configuration is available from the Help > Settings.
We improved the way we are keeping the connection alive, which should result in a major increase in performance during all imports.
We added a set of new Metadata scanners:
Azure Cosmos DB - Core/SQL API, Cassandra API, MongoDB API
Learn more about supported databases by Dataedo.
We made a few improvements in existing metadata connectors:
Amazon Redshift and Azure SQL Database are now supported with Data Profiling.
Azure SQL Database multi-factor authentication is now supported.
We fixed multiple minor issues in Dataedo, from which most important ones are:
We changed the way how created_by and modified_by columns are set. Instead of setting them with database triggers, we are setting them from code. This is a preparation for incoming users and permissions module in the Web Catalog.
We removed the Dataedo repository schema from sample data. You can browse Dataedo Repository Schema online.
We changed the structure of the offline license file. If you didn't receive the new one, you should download the new file from Dataedo Account, or contact support.
Structures directory is now available in Tree View, even when empty.
With the Dataedo 10.0.2, we plan to fix a few issues, which you might encounter in Dataedo 10
| Issue | Status | Fix version | External links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Problems with connection caused by firewall on the login screen. | Fixed | 10.0.2 | - |
| Unable to change selected object in the export process (fe. dependencies). | Fixed | 10.0.2 | - |
| Potential problem with upgrade, on a case sensitive database. | Fixed | 10.0.2 | - |