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Nexadata File Manager

Learn how to upload, download, and manage files using the Nexadata File Manager for efficient development and prototyping.

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Written by Quin Eddy
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Nexadata File Manager is a cloud-based file storage service that enables users to upload, download, and manage files, including data maps. These files can be accessed directly by Nexadata Pipelines and Mapping Groups for reading and writing input/output files and data maps. This makes it ideal for accelerating development and prototyping, offering temporary storage until connections to permanent storage solutions are established.

👍 All Nexadata users have access to Nexadata File Manager

⚠️ The Nexadata File Manager stores data in Nexadata's secure cloud. Please consider this if you are uploading sensitive data.

Key Features

File Upload and Download

  • Upload and download files to Nexadata’s cloud storage for easy local access and sharing.

Pipeline & Mapping Group Integration

  • Nexadata Pipelines and Mapping Groups can read files and data maps from the File Manager for use in data processing workflows.

  • Write pipeline output or updated data maps back to the File Manager for efficient data management.

Unified File List

  • Files are displayed in a single, organized list that can be sorted by timestamp, name, and size for easy browsing and management.

Best Practices

  • Prototyping and Development: Ideal for temporary storage during development and prototyping. Once workflows are finalized, it's recommended to connect to permanent storage.

  • Performance: Seamless integration with pipelines and Mapping Groups allows for efficient file handling, accelerating the development process.

  • Transition: After completing your prototype, transfer files to permanent storage for long-term use and scalability.

Additional Details & Limitations

  • Storage Management: Files are stored in Nexadata’s cloud.

  • 2GB limit: Files larger than 2GB cannot be uploaded.

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