@Marvin We recently spun up a self hosted version of Prefect to handle a few data jobs that we need to keep on our VPN. I went to set up an Airbyte Block and that is missing from the catalog. Is it possible to add it?

To assist you with the missing Airbyte Block in your Prefect setup, it's important to know which version of Prefect you are using, as integration capabilities can differ between versions. Could you please confirm whether you're using Prefect 2.x or 3.x? This will help in directing you to the correct resources or steps to possibly add the Airbyte Block if that's feasible. If you're unsure, you might want to check your Prefect installation or any related documentation you used during setup.

I am on 3.0.4

In Prefect 3.x, if an Airbyte Block is missing from the catalog, it might be necessary to check if the block is part of a separate integration package that needs to be installed. The Prefect documentation suggests that certain blocks require the installation of corresponding integration libraries before they are available for use. These blocks might not appear in the UI until this is done. If Airbyte Blocks are not directly supported, or if they are part of a separate library not yet installed, you can register a custom block through the Prefect CLI. Here's a resource from the Prefect 3.x documentation that might help: Developing Blocks in Prefect 3.x. To proceed, you can check if there is a separate Prefect integration or library for Airbyte and follow the installation steps. If it doesn't exist, you might need to develop and register a custom block using the above guidance. If you have any questions or need further assistance on creating or registering a custom block, feel free to ask!

@Marvin are certain blocks locked behind a Prefect Cloud paywall? Airbyte exists under my prefect cloud instance but not listed in there

Prefect typically does not lock specific blocks behind a paywall, whether you're using Prefect Cloud or a self-hosted instance. However, there can be differences in what is available out-of-the-box or what requires additional setup or integration depending on your deployment (Cloud vs. self-hosted). The availability of certain blocks can depend on: 1. Version or Environment: The presence of specific integration libraries or blocks might differ based on whether you're using Prefect Cloud or a self-hosted instance of Prefect. In Prefect Cloud, some integrations might be pre-installed, simplifying their availability. 2. Installation of Extensions: Some blocks require additional integration packages to be installed. These packages might not be included in a self-hosted environment by default but can be added manually. 3. Custom Blocks: In some instances, organizations might need to create or register custom blocks specific to their environment or needs, particularly in a self-hosted setup. If you see the Airbyte block in Prefect Cloud but not in your self-hosted environment, it likely means that the necessary integrations or configurations for Airbyte aren't present in your self-hosted setup. You should ensure the relevant integration package is installed in your self-hosted environment. If you want, I can assist in finding how to install or create an Airbyte block for your setup if it isn't currently available. Just let me know!

@Marvin Can you help me find the package to install for Airbyte within Prefect?

To integrate Airbyte with your Prefect setup, you will need to install the appropriate integration package if it exists. Prefect often provides integrations as separate PyPI packages that can be installed using pip. Once installed, you'll also need to register the blocks in your environment. Unfortunately, there isn't a direct reference to an Airbyte-specific integration package within the Prefect 3.x documentation snippets I found. It might be the case that: - Prefect doesn’t have a dedicated package for Airbyte yet in its 3.x version. - The integration might be provided through a community or third-party package outside of official Prefect offerings. However, you can use the general process for installing and registering integration packages provided by Prefect. You can explore the Prefect Integrations page for more guidance on how this generally works. If a specific Airbyte package isn't available, considering creating custom blocks or reaching out to the Prefect community forum for more information may be necessary. If you find or create a package, don't forget to register your blocks using a command similar to:

bash
prefect block register -m <your_package_name>

If you'd like more detailed help or if a new reference for Airbyte appears, feel free to ask or check community forums for shared experiences with Airbyte in Prefect.

> are certain blocks locked behind a Prefect Cloud paywall? no! I originally wrote the

prefect-airbyte

integration for airbyte OSS quite a while ago, but we've dropped support for that (here's the ones we do maintain) i would recommend writing your own

AirbyteClient

or block that stores config about connectors and registering that block to your server