Create Managed DuckDB
Create a new DuckDB instance managed by Nika for high-performance spatial data analysis.Step 1: Access Database Management
- Navigate to Database Management in your NikaWorkspace
- Click “Create New Database”
- Select “Managed DuckDB” from the database types
Step 2: Configure Database
- Enter a database name (e.g., “spatial_analysis”)
- Choose storage location (Nika cloud or local)
- Enable spatial extensions for geospatial functions
- Click “Create Database”
Step 3: Verify Creation
Your new managed DuckDB instance is ready for spatial SQL queries with built-in geospatial functions.Managed DuckDB instances include spatial extensions by default and support direct file querying from your workspace.
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