---
title: "dbt Model Transformation Architect"
description: "Generates and validates dbt (data build tool) models, tests, and documentation for Snowflake, BigQuery, and Redshift. Parses dbt manifest.json to analyze DAG lineage and detect circular dependencies."
verification: "security_reviewed"
source: "https://github.com/dbt-labs/dbt-core"
category:
  - "Data Extraction & Transformation"
framework:
  - "Claude Agents"
tool_ecosystem:
  github_repo: "dbt-labs/dbt-core"
  github_stars: 12621
---

# dbt Model Transformation Architect

Generates and validates dbt (data build tool) models, tests, and documentation for Snowflake, BigQuery, and Redshift. Parses dbt manifest.json to analyze DAG lineage and detect circular dependencies.

## Installation

Choose whichever fits your setup:

1. Copy this skill folder into your local skills directory.
2. Clone the repo and symlink or copy the skill into your agent workspace.
3. Add the repo as a git submodule if you manage shared skills centrally.
4. Install it through your internal provisioning or packaging workflow.
5. Download the folder directly from GitHub and place it in your skills collection.

## Source

- [Agent Skill Exchange](https://agentskillexchange.com/skills/dbt-model-transformation-architect/)