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Create a new DuckDB instance managed by Nika for high-performance spatial data analysis.

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Step 1: Access Database Management

  1. Navigate to Database Management in your NikaWorkspace
  2. Click “Create New Database”
  3. Select “Managed DuckDB” from the database types
Create Managed DuckDB Step 1

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Step 2: Configure Database

  1. Enter a database name (e.g., “spatial_analysis”)
  2. Choose storage location (Nika cloud or local)
  3. Enable spatial extensions for geospatial functions
  4. Click “Create Database”
Create Managed DuckDB Step 2

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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.