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What does the table materialization do in dbt?

easy🧠 Conceptual Q11 of 15
dbt - Performance Optimization
What does the table materialization do in dbt?
ARuns the model only when data changes incrementally.
BCreates a temporary view that disappears after the session ends.
CCreates a physical table in the database that stores data permanently.
DDoes not create any database object but runs SQL inline.
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand table materialization

    The table materialization creates a real table in the database that stores the data physically.

  2. Step 2: Compare with other materializations

    Unlike views or ephemeral models, tables persist data and improve query speed for large datasets.

  3. Final Answer:

    Creates a physical table in the database that stores data permanently. -> Option C

  4. Quick Check:

    table materialization = physical table [OK]
Quick Trick: Tables store data physically; views do not [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Confusing tables with views
  • Thinking ephemeral models create tables
  • Assuming incremental means full table creation

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