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# ask-marvin
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@Marvin what is workspaceId and accountId in self-hosted prefect server using helm
m
Oh, mysterious
workspaceId
and
accountId
! Do these mystical IDs make you scratch your head? Let's figure out what these are and why your self-hosted Prefect server using Helm needs them! First, can you please specify the version of Prefect you're using? Are we talking about Prefect 2.x or 3.x? This detail will help us fetch the most accurate information.
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this is in prefect 3.x. i am trying to setup prefect workers using helm @Marvin
m
### WorkspaceId and AccountId in Self-Hosted Prefect Server Using Helm WorkspaceId and AccountId are components used within Prefect Cloud infrastructure but don't generally apply to self-hosted Prefect setups. They are mainly utilized for differentiating workspaces and accounts within Prefect Cloud. Here’s a brief explanation: - WorkspaceId: This is a unique identifier for a workspace within Prefect Cloud. Workspaces are used to organize and manage different environments such as dev, staging, and production. - AccountId: This is a unique identifier for an account in Prefect Cloud, encompassing user management, billing, and multiple workspaces. For setting up Prefect workers using Helm in self-hosted scenarios, you typically don't need these IDs. Instead, you should focus on configuring your Kubernetes work pool and creating a Prefect Cloud API key. Here’s a summarized procedure: 1. Add the Prefect Helm repository:
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helm repo add prefect <https://prefecthq.github.io/prefect-helm>
    helm repo update
2. Create a new namespace:
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kubectl create namespace prefect
3. Create a Kubernetes secret for the Prefect API key:
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kubectl create secret generic prefect-api-key --namespace=prefect --from-literal=key=your-prefect-cloud-api-key
4. Deploy a worker using Helm: Create a
values.yaml
file to customize the Helm Chart values and deploy. Links to Relevant Documentation: - Manage Workspaces - Kubernetes Infrastructure Example For more detailed steps and configuration values, refer to the above documentation. If you face specific errors related to these IDs while setting up Prefect workers on a self-hosted server, please provide more details so we can help further.
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@Marvin i am trying to setup prefect workers using helm
m
Ah, the Helm worker setup! Let's get you rolling with that. Here's a step-by-step guide: 1. Add the Prefect Helm repository:
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    helm repo add prefect <https://prefecthq.github.io/prefect-helm>
    helm repo update
2. Create a new namespace in your Kubernetes cluster:
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    kubectl create namespace prefect
3. Create a Kubernetes secret for the Prefect API key:
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    kubectl create secret generic prefect-api-key --namespace=prefect --from-literal=key=your-prefect-cloud-api-key
4. Create a
values.yaml
file:
This file will customize your Helm Chart values. Here’s a basic example:
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yaml
    prefect:
      backend: cloud
      agent:
        name: my-prefect-agent
        workQueueName: my-work-queue
        env:
          - name: PREFECT__CLOUD__API
            value: <https://api.prefect.io>
      cloud:
        agent:
          enabled: true
          name: my-prefect-cloud-agent
5. Deploy the worker using Helm:
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    helm install my-prefect-worker prefect/prefect-server -n prefect -f values.yaml
### Key Points: - API Key: Ensure your Prefect Cloud API key is securely stored and used in the Kubernetes secret. - Namespace: The namespace (
prefect
in this example) should be consistent throughout your setup commands. - Customization: Adjust the
values.yaml
file to match your environment and requirements. For more in-depth details, you can refer to the Prefect Kubernetes Infrastructure Examples documentation. If you face any specific challenges or errors, feel free to share so we can troubleshoot further!
r
i am trying to setup prefect workers using helm to use a self hosted prefect server @Marvin
m
Ah, setting up Prefect workers to use a self-hosted Prefect server adds more configuration mojo. Let's dive into it. ### Steps to Set Up Prefect Workers Using Helm for a Self-Hosted Prefect Server: 1. Add the Prefect Helm Repository:
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helm repo add prefect <https://prefecthq.github.io/prefect-helm>
    helm repo update
2. Create a Namespace:
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kubectl create namespace prefect
3. Create a Kubernetes Secret for the Prefect API Key: Replace
your-prefect-api-key
with your actual self-hosted API key.
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kubectl create secret generic prefect-api-key --namespace=prefect --from-literal=key=your-prefect-api-key
4. Create a
values.yaml
File:
Configure this file to point to your self-hosted Prefect server. Here's an example:
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yaml
    prefect:
      backend: server
      server:
        api: <http://your-prefect-server-ip:4200>
      agent:
        name: my-self-hosted-agent
        workQueueName: my-work-queue
        namespace: prefect
        env:
          - name: PREFECT_API_URL
            value: <http://your-prefect-server-ip:4200/api>
5. Deploy the Worker Using Helm:
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helm install my-prefect-worker prefect/prefect-server -n prefect -f values.yaml
### Key Considerations: - API Endpoint: Ensure the
PREFECT_API_URL
in the environment variables points correctly to your self-hosted Prefect server. - Namespace Consistency: Make sure to use a consistent namespace (
prefect
in this case) across your configurations. - Versions and Dependencies: Double-check the compatibility of Helm charts with your self-hosted Prefect server version. Relevant Documentation: - Self-Hosted Prefect Management - Deploying Prefect Workers on Kubernetes This should get your self-hosted Prefect worker up and running. If you encounter specific issues, let me know!
r
@Marvin i am trying to setup kubernetes workers for self hosted prefect server
@Marvin exec /usr/bin/tini: exec format error this is seen in jobs created by worker in prefect 3.x
m
The error message
exec /usr/bin/tini: exec format error
typically indicates that there's a mismatch in the architecture format of the binary being executed. It usually implies that the binary is compiled for a different architecture than what your system is running. Here’s a step-by-step approach to troubleshoot and possibly resolve this issue: ### Verify Image Architecture 1. Check Node Architecture: Make sure the architecture of your Kubernetes nodes matches the architecture of the Docker image being pulled.
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   kubectl get nodes -o wide
2. Check Image Compatibility: Ensure the Docker images you are using are compatible with your node's architecture. This involves checking if the images support
amd64
,
arm64
, etc. ### Update Values.yaml In your
values.yaml
, ensure you're using the correct image that matches your node architecture. You can specify the correct image and version like this:
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prefect:
  backend: server
  server:
    api:
      host: <http://your-prefect-server-ip>
      port: 4200
  agent:
    name: my-self-hosted-agent
    workQueueName: my-work-queue
    namespace: prefect
    env:
      - name: PREFECT_API_URL
        value: <http://your-prefect-server-ip:4200/api>
    image:
      repository: prefecthq/prefect
      tag: latest  # Make sure this tag corresponds to your system architecture
### Ensure Correct Configuration and Deployment 1. Ensure you're following the Kubernetes worker setup guidelines: - Refer to the Prefect Kubernetes Infrastructure Examples for detailed steps. 2. Restart your Deployment: After making sure that the
values.yaml
file is correct, redeploy the Helm chart:
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   helm upgrade my-prefect-worker prefect/prefect-server -n prefect -f values.yaml
### Additional Resources: - Self-Hosted Prefect Server Documentation - Prefect Workers Documentation Please verify the architecture compatibility between your Kubernetes nodes and the Prefect images. Let me know if you need more specific assistance!
r
@Marvin how to i change parameters in deployments
m
To change parameters in deployments with Prefect 3.x, you typically edit the
prefect.yaml
file, which contains the deployment configuration. Here's how you can do it step-by-step: ### Steps to Change Parameters in Deployments 1. Locate the
prefect.yaml
File:
This file is usually found in the root of your project directory, but it can be placed anywhere as long as you specify the path when deploying. 2. Edit the
prefect.yaml
File:
Here’s a basic structure of a
prefect.yaml
file. You can update the parameters as needed.
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   name: my-deployment
   version: '0.1'
   description: A description of my deployment.
   flow:
     name: my-flow
     script: path/to/my_flow.py
   work_pool:
     name: my-work-pool
     work_queue_name: my-work-queue
   job_variables:
     env:
       MY_ENV_VAR: "value"
       ANOTHER_ENV_VAR: "another_value"
     image:
       repository: my-docker-image
       tag: latest
3. Update Deployment Specifics: - Environment Variables: To add or update environment variables, modify the
job_variables
section.
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yaml
     job_variables:
       env:
         EXECUTION_ENVIRONMENT: staging
         MY_SECRET_CONFIG: plumbus
- Work Pool and Queue: Specify the work pool and queue.
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     work_pool:
       name: my-work-pool
       work_queue_name: my-work-queue
4. Deploy the Updated Configuration: After updating the
prefect.yaml
file, run the deploy command to apply the changes.
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   prefect deploy -n my-deployment
5. Using Existing Environment Variables: You can template existing environment variables using the
{{ $ENV_VAR_NAME }}
syntax.
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yaml
   job_variables:
     env:
       MY_CONFIG: {{ $ENV_VAR_NAME }}
6. Using Custom File Paths: If your
prefect.yaml
is in a different location, use the
--prefect-file
argument to specify the path.
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   prefect deploy --prefect-file path/to/my_prefect.yaml
### Example
prefect.yaml
File:
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yaml
prefect-version: '0.15.2'
name: my-deployment
description: My Prefect deployment
flow:
  name: my-flow
  entrypoint: path/to/my_flow.py
work_pool:
  name: local
  work_queue_name: my-queue
job_variables:
  env:
    EXECUTION_ENVIRONMENT: production
    MY_API_KEY: "{{ $MY_API_KEY }}"
  image:
    repository: my-docker-image
    tag: latest
### Links to Relevant Documentation: - Customize Deployments - Using `prefect.yaml` By following these steps, you should be able to modify and update the parameters in your deployments effectively. If you face any issues, feel free to ask for further assistance!
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@Marvin i wanna change during the run
m
To change parameters during the run in Prefect 3.x, you can use job variables that allow for dynamic updating. Prefect provides a couple of methods to achieve this, including using the UI and the CLI. ### Changing Parameters During the Run #### Using the UI 1. Custom Run Form: In the Prefect UI, you can use the custom run form to pass a dictionary of variables into your flow run infrastructure. - Go to your deployment in the Prefect UI. - Click on "Run". - In the custom run form, you can add job variables to override any pre-set values. #### Using the CLI 2. CLI Command: You can change job variables dynamically using the CLI with the
-jv
or
--job-variable
flag. Sample command:
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   prefect deployment run --id "your-deployment-id" -jv '{"EXECUTION_ENVIRONMENT": "staging", "MY_NOT_SO_SECRET_CONFIG": "plumbus"}'
### Example for the CLI Assume you have a deployment and you want to override some environment variables during the run:
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prefect deployment run -n my-deployment -jv '{"EXECUTION_ENVIRONMENT": "staging", "MY_API_KEY": "my-dynamic-api-key"}'
### Example Prefect YAML for Job Variables Here is an example of defining job variables in your
prefect.yaml
file:
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deployments:
- name: demo-deployment
  entrypoint: demo_project/demo_flow.py:some_work
  work_pool:
    name: local
  job_variables:
    env:
      EXECUTION_ENVIRONMENT: staging
      MY_API_KEY: "{{ $MY_API_KEY }}"
By defining job variables in your YAML or passing them via the CLI or UI, you can easily manage and modify the parameters during the run. ### Helpful Links: - Customize Deployment - What's New in Prefect 3 - Prefect Deployment Overview Using these methods, you can flexibly update and manage parameters dynamically during your runs. If you face any specific issues or need further customization, let me know!
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@Marvin python code to run a deployment with custom parameters
m
To run a Prefect deployment with custom parameters using Python, you can utilize the Prefect client to override job variables or parameters at runtime. Here's how you can achieve this: ### Example Python Code to Run a Deployment with Custom Parameters First, ensure you have the
prefect
package installed:
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pip install prefect
Here’s a complete example demonstrating how to run a deployment with custom parameters using Python code:
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from prefect.client import OrionClient
from prefect.deployments import run_deployment
import os

# Replace these values with your Prefect deployment details
deployment_name = "my-deployment"
deployment_id = "your-deployment-id" # Optional if you use deployment_name only
flow_name = "my-flow"

# Custom Parameters
custom_parameters = {
    "param1": "value1",
    "param2": "value2"
}

# Set up the Prefect client
client = OrionClient(api_url="<http://your-prefect-server-ip:4200/api>")

def run_custom_deployment():
    try:
        # Run the deployment with custom parameters
        deployment_run = run_deployment(
            name=f"{flow_name}/{deployment_name}",
            parameters=custom_parameters,
            client=client
        )
        
        # Retrieve the flow run ID
        flow_run_id = deployment_run.state.result()
        
        print(f"Deployment triggered successfully with flow run ID: {flow_run_id}")
    except Exception as e:
        print(f"Error running deployment: {e}")

if __name__ == "__main__":
    run_custom_deployment()
### Steps Explained 1. Install Prefect: Ensure Prefect is installed in your environment. 2. Import Dependencies: Import the necessary modules from Prefect. 3. Set Deployment Details: Replace
deployment_name
,
deployment_id
, and
flow_name
with your actual deployment details. 4. Custom Parameters: Define the custom parameters you want to pass to the deployment. 5. Setup Prefect Client: Configure the Prefect client to point to your server's API endpoint. 6. Run Deployment: Use the
run_deployment
function to trigger the deployment with custom parameters. 7. Print Flow Run ID: Print the flow run ID for reference. ### Relevant Documentation Links - Deploying via Python - Customizing Deployments By following this approach, you’ll be able to run your Prefect deployments with custom parameters directly from Python code. If you encounter any issues, let me know for further assistance!
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@Marvin python3 trigger.py Error running deployment: State data is missing. Typically, this occurs when result persistence is disabled and the state has been retrieved from the API.
m
The error message "State data is missing. Typically, this occurs when result persistence is disabled and the state has been retrieved from the API" indicates that the state object being retrieved does not have result persistence enabled. This might be linked to the way you're retrieving or interpreting the state of your flow run. We need to ensure that we're handling the state properly and waiting for the flow run to start. Here's an updated version of the script that waits for the flow run to start and retrieves the flow run ID: ### Updated Python Code to Run a Deployment with Custom Parameters
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from prefect.client import OrionClient
from prefect.deployments import run_deployment
import asyncio

# Replace these values with your Prefect deployment details
deployment_name = "my-deployment"
flow_name = "my-flow"

# Custom Parameters
custom_parameters = {
    "param1": "value1",
    "param2": "value2"
}

# Set up the Prefect client
client = OrionClient(api_url="<http://your-prefect-server-ip:4200/api>")

async def run_custom_deployment():
    try:
        # Run the deployment with custom parameters
        deployment_run = await run_deployment(
            name=f"{flow_name}/{deployment_name}",
            parameters=custom_parameters,
            client=client
        )

        # Wait for the flow run to start
        flow_run = await client.read_flow_run(deployment_run.state.result())
        
        print(f"Deployment triggered successfully with flow run ID: {flow_run.id}")
    except Exception as e:
        print(f"Error running deployment: {e}")

if __name__ == "__main__":
    asyncio.run(run_custom_deployment())
### Key Points: 1. Use `asyncio`: Prefect's run functions are async, so we need to use
asyncio.run()
to handle the async functions properly. 2. Wait for Flow Run: Use
await client.read_flow_run()
to wait for the flow run to start and then retrieve the flow run ID. 3. Prefect Client: Make sure the Prefect client is correctly pointing to your self-hosted server's API endpoint. ### Running the Script Ensure you run the script with Python 3:
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python3 trigger.py
This script should trigger your deployment and correctly handle the flow run's state, avoiding the "State data is missing" error. If you still encounter issues, please let me know!