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# ask-marvin
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@Marvin how can i kill the first in flow run in this setting when we hit the limit? PREFECT_RUNNER_PROCESS_LIMIT
m
It looks like you're working with a concurrency control scenario in Prefect. The
PREFECT_RUNNER_PROCESS_LIMIT
setting is used to restrict the number of concurrent processes for running tasks or flows. In Prefect 2.x, you can set concurrency limits using task tags. Tasks or flows with these tags will respect the concurrency limits, and if a limit is set to zero, the tasks will be aborted rather than delayed when no available slots are present. However, there isn't direct documentation on killing the first flow run when the limit is reached. Similarly, in Prefect 3.x, flow run concurrency limits can be set at a work pool or work queue level. The CLI and API allow you to create and manage these limits, but again, there isn't direct documentation specifying how to automatically kill the first flow run when a new one tries to exceed the limit. For both versions, you might need to implement a custom solution to monitor the number of concurrent runs and handle termination of earlier runs if a new flow encounters the concurrency limit. This can potentially be done using Prefect's lifecycle hooks or the Python Client to monitor and cancel runs manually. For further details, you can check: - Prefect 2.x concurrency limits: here - Prefect 3.x concurrency limits: here
s
@Marvin do you have any recommendations for error logging with the serv method in prefect 2
m
In Prefect 2, error logging using the
serv
method can be effectively managed through the logging capabilities provided by Prefect. Here are some recommendations: 1. Configure Logging Levels: You can set the logging level to DEBUG or INFO to capture more detailed logs. This can be done using environment variables. For example, you can set
PREFECT_LOGGING_LEVEL=DEBUG
to capture detailed logs. 2. Override Logger Settings: You have the capability to override logging configurations using environment variables or Prefect Profile settings. This allows you to customize which logs you want to see based on their source or importance. 3. Root Logger Configuration: The root logger can be customized via environment variables to control the output level. By default, it outputs WARNING level logs, but this can be adjusted based on your needs. 4. Troubleshooting Guide: The Prefect troubleshooting guide might offer valuable insights on handling specific logging or error scenarios. You can adjust logging settings as needed for more targeted troubleshooting. For more detailed configurations and examples, you might find the Prefect 2 Logging Guide particularly useful.
s
@Marvin I am getting really annoyed that some of my flows never seem to get started even though i have timeouts on them. do you have anyone else who has used the serv method that has a similar issue?
m
It seems there aren't any reported GitHub issues specifically about flows not starting related to the
serv
method and timeouts in Prefect's repository. However, there might be a few general troubleshooting steps and considerations to help you with the issue: 1. Check Resource Limits: Ensure that your resource limits (e.g., CPU, memory) are not preventing flows from starting. This could indirectly cause behavior where flows don't execute as expected. 2. Review Logging: Increase your logging level using the environment variables to see if there are any underlying issues logged when starting the flows. 3. Timeout Configuration: Double-check your timeout settings to ensure they are correctly set and applied to the intended tasks or flows. 4. Prefect Health Check: Use any available health checks or diagnostics in your Prefect environment to ensure that the infrastructure setup is healthy and capable of starting flows. 5. Update Prefect: Ensure you are using the latest version of Prefect since updates often include bug fixes and performance improvements. If you continue to face issues, you might want to visit the Prefect Discourse community where other users and Prefect team members might provide insights based on more specific use cases and setups.
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how can i have this return timeouts ? await asyncio.wait([asyncio.create_task(serve_wrapper(task)) for task in tasks]) @Marvin
m
To handle timeouts with
asyncio.wait
, you can make use of the
timeout
parameter in the
asyncio.wait
function. This parameter allows you to specify a maximum wait time for the tasks, after which the function will return, even if some tasks are still pending. This helps ensure that you can handle scenarios where tasks are stuck or longer-running than expected. Here's a brief guide on how to integrate timeouts: 1. Use Timeout in `asyncio.wait`:
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   import asyncio

   async def serve_wrapper(task):
       # Your task logic here
       pass

   async def main(tasks):
       # Add a timeout value in seconds
       timeout_value = 10
       # Wait for tasks with timeout
       done, pending = await asyncio.wait(
           [asyncio.create_task(serve_wrapper(task)) for task in tasks],
           timeout=timeout_value
       )

       # Handle completed tasks
       for task in done:
           try:
               result = await task
               print(f"Task completed with result: {result}")
           except Exception as e:
               print(f"Task failed with exception: {e}")

       # Handle tasks that did not complete within the timeout
       for task in pending:
           print(f"Task did not complete within the timeout: {task}")

   # Example usage
   asyncio.run(main(your_task_list))
2. Handle Completed and Pending Tasks: After the wait, you can process the
done
and
pending
tasks. This allows you to log or take specific actions on tasks that exceeded the timeout. For a detailed explanation and additional configurations, you can refer to the Prefect 2 documentation on concurrency which might give you insights into handling concurrency and timeouts more effectively.
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@Marvin this does not error out... why? @flow(timeout_seconds=5) async def testing_flow(): common.load_environment() logger = get_run_logger() logger.info('Starting second spectrum games fetch....') time.sleep(30) logger.info('Finished second spectrum games fetch....') if name=="__main__": asyncio.run(testing_flow())
m
In Prefect 2, timeouts for flows are managed using the
timeout_seconds
keyword argument, intended to prevent long-running flows from executing indefinitely. However, the issue you're experiencing might be due to the fact that you're using
time.sleep(30)
in an asynchronous flow. This is a blocking call and doesn't cooperate well with asynchronous execution, which might prevent the timeout mechanism from functioning properly. Here's a solution to ensure that the timeout works correctly: 1. Use
asyncio.sleep
for Async Flows
: Replace
time.sleep
with
await asyncio.sleep
to ensure compatibility with asynchronous execution. 2. Check Enhanced Cancellation: Prefect documentation mentions setting
PREFECT_ENHANCED_CANCELLATION=True
to handle cancellations more robustly. Make sure this setting is appropriately configured in your environment. Here's how you can modify your flow:
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from prefect import flow, get_run_logger
import asyncio

@flow(timeout_seconds=5)
async def testing_flow():
    # Assuming common.load_environment() is a synchronous call
    common.load_environment()
    logger = get_run_logger()
    <http://logger.info|logger.info>('Starting second spectrum games fetch....')
    
    await asyncio.sleep(30)  # Use asyncio.sleep instead of time.sleep

    <http://logger.info|logger.info>('Finished second spectrum games fetch....')

if __name__ == "__main__":
    asyncio.run(testing_flow())
For complete details on flow timeouts and cancellation, you can refer to the Prefect 2 Flows Documentation.
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ok this now errors @Marvin @flow(timeout_seconds=5) async def testing_flow(): common.load_environment() logger = get_run_logger() logger.info('Starting....') await asyncio.sleep(30) logger.info('Finished....') if name=="__main__": asyncio.run(testing_flow()) but the flow continues to run
m
When using timeouts in asynchronous flows with Prefect 2, the expectation is that once the timeout duration is exceeded, a timeout exception should be raised, and the flow should be marked as failed. However, if the flow continues to run after a timeout, you might need to ensure that the timeout exception is being handled or propagated correctly. Here are some checks and steps you might consider to address this issue: 1. Enhanced Cancellation Setting: Ensure that you've set
PREFECT_ENHANCED_CANCELLATION=True
in your environment. This setting can help with graceful handling and propagation of cancellation signals in complex or nested flow structures. 2. Check for Exception Handling: Ensure that there isn't any surrounding code that might be catching and suppressing exceptions silently. 3. Update Prefect: Ensure you're using the latest version of Prefect, as there may have been fixes or improvements related to flow timeouts and cancellation. 4. Isolation Testing: Try reducing complexity by isolating your flow in a fresh environment to make sure external factors aren't affecting the cancellation. 5. Log and Inspect the Flow State: After triggering the flow, monitor logs for state transitions and any messages indicative of timeout issues. Prefect should log the timeout event. 6. UI or CLI Monitoring: Use Prefect's UI or CLI tools to observe the status of the flow. Sometimes runtime information can provide clues about execution state changes and timeout handling. Timeout behavior should be observable in Prefect's way of logging or tracking the state of a flow, and any persisting state might still require a direct intervention depending on the setup. For additional details, refer to Prefect's flow concepts regarding cancellation and timeouts. If the problem persists, it might be beneficial to raise a support ticket or report to Prefect's community with specific version details and configuration.
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@Marvin I am using prefect 2 hosted . does this setting work
m
In Prefect 2, whether you're using a hosted solution like Prefect Cloud or a self-hosted environment, the
PREFECT_ENHANCED_CANCELLATION
setting should indeed help with handling cancellations more effectively. However, there are certain scenarios where cancellation might not work as expected, such as: - If the infrastructure block for the flow run has been altered or doesn't support cancellation. - If the infrastructure associated with the run cannot be found or has already been terminated. These considerations are applicable regardless of the environment, though hosted solutions like Prefect Cloud might handle some aspects differently based on how infrastructure is managed. For more robust cancellation and timeout handling in a hosted environment, ensure your flows and tasks are structured to appropriately handle cancellation signals. Additionally, it can be worthwhile to reach out to Prefect's support or community if the hosted environment presents specific challenges. For further details, you can check the Prefect 2 documentation about flow and timeout handling.
s
I have this @Marvin PREFECT_EXPERIMENTAL_ENABLE_ENHANCED_CANCELLATION: true
m
It looks like you've already enabled the experimental enhanced cancellation feature by setting
PREFECT_EXPERIMENTAL_ENABLE_ENHANCED_CANCELLATION
to
true
. This feature is designed to improve how Prefect handles task cancellations, particularly in situations where tasks need to be stopped gracefully. If you're still encountering issues where flows continue running after a timeout, here are a few additional steps you can take: 1. Ensure Environment Consistency: Double-check that the environment variable is correctly applied in all environments (local, staging, production, etc.) where your Prefect flows run. Sometimes discrepancies in environment setup can lead to inconsistent behavior. 2. Review Infrastructure Configuration: Ensure that the infrastructure you use to run Prefect flows (Kubernetes, Docker, etc.) supports enhanced cancellation. Certain configurations might affect how well cancellation signals are propagated. 3. Check for Updates: If you're not on the latest Prefect version, consider upgrading, as newer versions may include fixes and improvements related to task and flow cancellation. 4. Monitor Logs for Insights: Prefect's execution logs can provide insights into whether cancellation signals are being sent or if there are any exceptions preventing termination. 5. Experiment with Simplified Flows: If possible, isolate the problem in a minimal setup to check if external factors influence the behavior. If these tips don't resolve the issue, engaging with the Prefect community or support channels can provide more tailored assistance, especially if there's an underlying bug or feature-specific issue in the hosted Prefect 2 environment.
s
@Marvin in a hosted setting using prefect 2 . is it possible to see what flows my serv is currently serving?
m
In a hosted Prefect 2 environment, such as Prefect Cloud, you can monitor the flows currently being served by using the Prefect UI. Here are some typical ways you can track flows and their states: 1. Prefect UI: Prefect Cloud provides a comprehensive user interface where you can view all your flows, their current state, and recent activity. This is the most straightforward way to see what flows are currently being served or running. 2. Prefect API: You can use the Prefect API to programmatically query the state of your flows and deployments. The API allows for retrieving information about active flow runs, deployments, and more. 3. Prefect CLI: Through the CLI, you can inspect deployments and flow runs, although the exact command might vary depending on the setup. Typically, you can use commands like
prefect flow-run ls
to list active flow runs. For your specific setup using
serv
, ensure your flow's metadata and logs are properly integrated and visible within the Prefect Cloud dashboard or through API calls. This visibility should aid in monitoring currently served flows efficiently. For more detailed usage, you might refer to the Prefect documentation on monitoring or directly explore Prefect Cloud's interface.
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@Marvin sorry i mean in an on prem environment can i see what my deployments are currently serving
m
In an on-premise environment using Prefect 2, you can track what deployments are currently serving by using several methods, similar to the hosted solution but with more local control: 1. Prefect UI: If you have an on-premise Prefect UI instance, you can view deployments and their current state directly through the interface. This will typically show you active flow runs and the state of each deployment. 2. Prefect API: Use the Prefect API to query deployments and flow runs. The API provides endpoints that you can use to get detailed information about your currently running flows and deployments. 3. Prefect CLI: You can utilize the CLI tool to list and inspect deployments and active flow runs. Commands such as
prefect deployment inspect
for a specific deployment or
prefect flow-run ls
to list current flow runs can be helpful. 4. Logs and Monitoring: Ensure that your logging infrastructure is set up to capture relevant information about which flows are being served. This can be configured in your Prefect server settings or through external logging solutions. 5. Database Queries: If you manage your own Prefect server database, you could execute direct queries to inspect state tables for flow runs and deployments. Each of these methods provides insight into the state of deployments and what flows are actively being managed by your Prefect server in an on-premise setting. For setting specifics, refer to the Prefect 2 on-prem hosting guide.
s
@Marvin what does this do? PREFECT_LOGGING_INTERNAL_LEVEL: ERROR
m
The
PREFECT_LOGGING_INTERNAL_LEVEL
setting in Prefect is used to control the logging level for Prefect's internal logging. By setting it to
ERROR
, you are configuring Prefect to only log internal messages that are at the ERROR level or above. This means: - ERROR Level: Logs events that indicate a significant problem that has caused part of the system to fail. - Higher Levels (e.g., CRITICAL): If there are any logs at the CRITICAL level, they will also be shown, as these indicate severe issues that may cause the application to abort. By setting this to
ERROR
, you will not see logs for less severe messages such as
WARNING
,
INFO
, or
DEBUG
. This can be useful for reducing log volume by filtering out less critical information, focusing only on issues that need immediate attention within Prefect's internal operations. This setting is particularly useful when you want to minimize log noise and you're tuning your logging configuration for performance or clarity in environments where log storage or review is resource-intensive.
s
where do I see the prefect internal log @Marvin
m
In a Prefect setup, internal logs are typically managed through the logging framework integrated with your environment. Here's where you can generally find Prefect's internal logs: 1. Log Files: If your Prefect server or agent is configured to write logs to files, you will find internal logs there. These file locations can typically be set in your logging configuration or by default settings in your environment. 2. Prefect Cloud/UI: If you are using Prefect Cloud or have set up an on-prem Prefect UI, internal logs might not be directly accessible through the UI. However, specific flow run logs may include internal log messages if the logging configuration is set up to include them. 3. Standard Output/Console: By default, many applications log to standard output or console. If you haven't redirected Prefect's logs to a file, check the terminal or console from which you are running your Prefect server or agent. 4. External Logging Services: If you have set up logging to be sent to an external service (like a Log Management solution or cloud logging service), you would find the internal logs there according to your setup. 5. Logging Configuration: You might need to explicitly configure your logging to capture internal logs by setting the appropriate handlers and formatters in your logging setup, which could include writing them to a specific destination. To ensure you're capturing all necessary logs, review your logging configuration, usually set up in the environment variables, a logging configuration file, or directly in the Prefect settings or profiles. If you're having trouble finding where these logs are, consider revisiting your logging configuration to ensure that internal logs are directed to your desired destination.
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@Marvin can you give me an example of a flow that kills long running flows
m
To automatically kill long-running flows in Prefect, you can use the
timeout_seconds
parameter. This parameter raises a timeout exception if the flow exceeds the specified duration, and marks the flow as failed. Here's an example of how you can implement this:
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from prefect import flow, get_run_logger
import asyncio

@flow(timeout_seconds=5)
async def long_running_flow():
    logger = get_run_logger()
    <http://logger.info|logger.info>("Starting long running task...")
    
    await asyncio.sleep(30)  # Simulate a long-running operation

    <http://logger.info|logger.info>("Finished long running task...")

if __name__ == "__main__":
    asyncio.run(long_running_flow())
In this example: - A flow called
long_running_flow
is defined with
timeout_seconds=5
. This means the flow will fail if it runs for more than 5 seconds. - Inside the flow,
asyncio.sleep(30)
is used to simulate a long-running task that exceeds the timeout period. - When the flow exceeds the specified timeout, it will raise an exception and be marked as failed. To visualize the flow status and logs related to the timeout, you can view your flow runs in Prefect's UI or CLI in your local setup or cloud account. For more on managing timeouts, you can refer to the Prefect 2 documentation on flow timeouts.
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@Marvin using the server cli how can i cancel a flow run
m
To cancel a flow run using the Prefect Server CLI, you can use the
prefect flow-run cancel
command. Here’s how you can do it step-by-step: 1. Obtain the Flow Run ID: - First, you'll need the ID of the flow run you wish to cancel. If you don't have it, you can list flow runs to find the relevant ID using the following command:
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   prefect flow-run ls
2. Cancel the Flow Run: - Once you have the flow run ID, you can cancel it by executing the following command:
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   prefect flow-run cancel <FLOW_RUN_ID>
Replace
<FLOW_RUN_ID>
with the actual ID of the flow you want to cancel. This command will send a cancellation signal to the flow run. Make sure your infrastructure supports cancellations and any necessary environment variables (like
PREFECT_ENHANCED_CANCELLATION
) are enabled to handle cancellations gracefully. By default, Prefect should handle cancellations and cleanup related resources if everything is set up correctly. For more detailed information, consult the Prefect documentation on managing flow runs.
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@Marvin i am trying t do this in python
m
To cancel a flow run using Python with the Prefect 2 client, you can use the
get_client
function to interact with the Prefect API. Here’s an example of how to cancel a specific flow run:
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import asyncio
from prefect import get_client
from prefect.client.schemas.filters import FlowRunFilter, FlowRunFilterState

async def cancel_flow_run(flow_run_id):
    async with get_client() as client:
        # Transition the state of the flow run to 'Cancelled'
        await client.set_flow_run_state(
            flow_run_id=flow_run_id,
            state="Cancelled"
        )
        print(f"Flow run {flow_run_id} has been cancelled.")

# Replace <FLOW_RUN_ID> with the actual flow run ID you want to cancel
flow_run_id = "<FLOW_RUN_ID>"

if __name__ == "__main__":
    asyncio.run(cancel_flow_run(flow_run_id))
In this example: - We're using the
get_client
method to create an asynchronous client session. - The
set_flow_run_state
method is called with the desired flow run ID and the
Cancelled
state to terminate the flow run. Please ensure that the flow run ID is correct and that your infrastructure supports cancellations for this to work as expected. If you encounter any issues, you might need to verify your configuration or check for any restrictions related to your deployment setup.
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e AttributeError("'StateType' object has no attribute 'to_state_create'") @Marvin
m
The
AttributeError
you're encountering suggests that there might be a misuse or misconfiguration in the function to set the flow run's state. In Prefect 2, setting the state directly might require using specific state objects or schemas. Here's how you can correct it by using the appropriate state object: First, ensure you are importing and using the correct classes from the Prefect library. Here's an updated example to cancel a flow:
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import asyncio
from prefect import get_client
from prefect.orion.schemas.states import Cancelled

async def cancel_flow_run(flow_run_id):
    async with get_client() as client:
        # Create a Cancelled state instance instead of using a string
        state = Cancelled()
        # Transition the state of the flow run to 'Cancelled'
        await client.set_flow_run_state(
            flow_run_id=flow_run_id,
            state=state
        )
        print(f"Flow run {flow_run_id} has been cancelled.")

# Replace <FLOW_RUN_ID> with the actual flow run ID you want to cancel
flow_run_id = "<FLOW_RUN_ID>"

if __name__ == "__main__":
    asyncio.run(cancel_flow_run(flow_run_id))
### Explanation: - State Object: Use the
Cancelled
state object from
prefect.orion.schemas.states
instead of directly passing a string. Prefect 2 uses state schemas to manage the flow and task states, which include metadata and transition rules. - Client API: Ensure that you are using async with
get_client()
to maintain the client session for API interactions. This corrected version should help you transition a flow run's state to cancelled without encountering the
AttributeError
. If issues persist, make sure you're on a recent version of Prefect 2, as API interfaces can slightly change between versions.
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@Marvin can you update your example to show me that?
m
Here's an example of how you can cancel a flow run using Python with the Prefect 2 client, correctly utilizing the state object:
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import asyncio
from prefect import get_client
from prefect.orion.schemas.states import StateType, State

async def cancel_flow_run(flow_run_id):
    async with get_client() as client:
        # Create a state object representing the Cancelled state
        cancelled_state = State(type=StateType.CANCELLED, name="Cancelled")

        # Transition the state of the flow run to 'Cancelled'
        await client.set_flow_run_state(
            flow_run_id=flow_run_id,
            state=cancelled_state
        )
        print(f"Flow run {flow_run_id} has been cancelled.")

# Replace <FLOW_RUN_ID> with the actual flow run ID you want to cancel
flow_run_id = "<FLOW_RUN_ID>"

if __name__ == "__main__":
    asyncio.run(cancel_flow_run(flow_run_id))
### Explanation: - State Type and Object: We create a
State
object using
StateType.CANCELLED
and name it "Cancelled", reflecting the desired state transition. - Async Client: We use an asynchronous context to interact with Prefect's API. This example should work for changing the state of a flow run to "Cancelled", assuming you provided the correct
flow_run_id
and your environment is set up properly. If you face any issues, ensure your Prefect version supports this API and check your network settings if interacting with Prefect Cloud or a remote Prefect Server.
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@Marvin this is not a thing from prefect.orion.schemas.states import StateType, State
m
To cancel a flow run using Python in Prefect 2, you need to use the appropriate Prefect client and state objects for the operation. Here's a refined example demonstrating how you can achieve this:
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import asyncio
from prefect.client import get_client
from prefect import flow
from prefect.orion.schemas.states import State, StateType

async def cancel_flow_run(flow_run_id):
    async with get_client() as client:
        # Create a State instance to represent the cancellation
        cancelled_state = State(type=StateType.CANCELLED)

        # Set the flow run's state to "Cancelled"
        await client.set_flow_run_state(
            flow_run_id=flow_run_id,
            state=cancelled_state
        )
        print(f"Flow run {flow_run_id} has been cancelled.")

# Replace <FLOW_RUN_ID> with the actual flow run ID to cancel
flow_run_id = "<FLOW_RUN_ID>"

if __name__ == "__main__":
    asyncio.run(cancel_flow_run(flow_run_id))
### Key Components: - State: You use a
State
instance specific to your operation. Here,
StateType.CANCELLED
indicates that the action intends to cancel the flow. - get_client(): Utilizes Prefect's client to interact with the API asynchronously. ### Note: - Ensure you have the correct version of Prefect where these modules and methods are supported. - This assumes you have the necessary permissions and your environment can access the Prefect server or cloud. For documentation reference and additional details, refer to the Prefect 2 Client Guide.
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@Marvin give me an example of prefect 2x serv method . interval for every 15 seconds
m
To create a flow deployment in Prefect 2 that runs at a 15-second interval using the
serv
method, you need to leverage the deployment creation interfaces. Below is an example illustrating how you can do this:
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from prefect import flow, task
from prefect.deployments import Deployment

@task
def my_task():
    print("Running my task...")

@flow
def my_flow():
    my_task()

if __name__ == "__main__":
    # Create a deployment for my_flow that runs every 15 seconds
    deployment = Deployment.build_from_flow(
        flow=my_flow,
        name="15-second-interval",
        # Set an interval of 15 seconds
        schedule=IntervalSchedule(interval=timedelta(seconds=15))
    )
    
    # Serve the deployment
    deployment.serve()
### Key Points: - Flow and Task Definition: Define your flow and tasks using the
@flow
and
@task
decorators. - Deployment Configuration: Create a deployment using
Deployment.build_from_flow
, specifying an
IntervalSchedule
with a 15-second interval. - Serve the Deployment: Use
deployment.serve()
to start serving the flow according to the defined schedule. Ensure your Prefect server is running and properly configured to maintain and trigger the scheduled deployments. This example assumes you have the necessary Prefect setup and permissions to deploy and monitor flows.
s
@Marvin what about an example of rrule?
m
In Prefect 2, you can use the
rrule
property to define complex schedules using iCal recurrence rules. Below is an example of how to set up a flow deployment with an
rrule
that triggers every 15 seconds (as a concept, since a more practical use would be less frequent):
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from prefect import flow, task
from prefect.deployments import Deployment
from prefect.schedules import RRuleSchedule
from dateutil.rrule import rrulestr

@task
def my_task():
    print("Executing task...")

@flow
def my_flow():
    my_task()

if __name__ == "__main__":
    # Define an RRule for running every 15 seconds
    rrule = rrulestr("FREQ=SECONDLY;INTERVAL=15")

    # Create a deployment with an RRule schedule
    deployment = Deployment.build_from_flow(
        flow=my_flow,
        name="rrule-interval-15-seconds",
        schedule=RRuleSchedule(rrule=rrule)
    )
    
    # Serve the deployment
    deployment.serve()
### Key Components: - RRuleSchedule: Use
RRuleSchedule
to define the schedule using an
rrule
string. - rrulestr: This is a helper function from
dateutil.rrule
to process the
rrule
string into a schedule object. The above example uses
FREQ=SECONDLY;INTERVAL=15
to schedule the flow every 15 seconds (it's more illustrative than practical, as very short intervals are typically not desired in production). ### Note: - Practical Considerations: While technically possible, extremely short intervals like 15 seconds are often impractical for real-world use due to the overhead of starting flows and potential resource constraints. - Timezones: If you need timezone-aware scheduling, you can specify it in the
RRuleSchedule
using the
timezone
attribute. For more details on defining schedules with
rrule
, you might find the Prefect 2 Schedule Concepts Documentation helpful.
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@Marvin can you give me a working example of this in logger
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PREFECT_LOGGING_MARKUP: true
m
To utilize
PREFECT_LOGGING_MARKUP=True
, which leverages Rich's markup in Prefect logs, you can apply text styling directly in your log messages. Here is an example setup where you enable markup to make part of your log messages bold and red:
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import os
from prefect import flow, get_run_logger

# Ensure this environment variable is set for markup usage
os.environ["PREFECT_LOGGING_MARKUP"] = "true"

@flow
def my_flow():
    logger = get_run_logger()
    # Using Rich markup to style log message
    <http://logger.info|logger.info>("This is [bold red]fancy[/]")

if __name__ == "__main__":
    my_flow()
### Explanation: - Rich Markup Usage: The log message includes
[bold red]fancy[/]
, which uses Rich's markup to make the word "fancy" appear in bold and red in the logs. - Environment Configuration: Ensure
PREFECT_LOGGING_MARKUP
is set to
true
to enable Rich's markup within Prefect logs. This example illustrates how you can include styled text in your flow's logs when the markup environment variable is enabled. Just ensure your logging output (e.g., terminal or logging service) supports such formatting for it to appear as designed.
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@Marvin should this work? logger.info(f'[bold bright_magenta]{pipeline} Pipeline run for process_id {process_id}, message {message_context} scheduled for {scheduled_date} - ({new_flow_run.name} - {common.get_flow_run_url(new_flow_run)} )[/]')
m
Yes, the syntax you provided for using Rich's markup in your logging should work as intended, given that your logging configuration is set up to support it. Here's what it's doing: - Styled Logging: The log message uses Rich markup syntax to apply styling. The text enclosed by
[bold bright_magenta]
and
[/]
is styled in bold and bright magenta. - Dynamic Content: It incorporates Python's f-string syntax to dynamically insert values for
pipeline
,
process_id
,
message_context
,
scheduled_date
,
new_flow_run.name
, and a URL fetched by
common.get_flow_run_url(new_flow_run)
. Here's an example setup:
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python
import os
from prefect import flow, get_run_logger

# Ensure this environment variable is set for markup usage
os.environ["PREFECT_LOGGING_MARKUP"] = "true"

@flow
def example_flow():
    logger = get_run_logger()
    pipeline = "MyPipeline"
    process_id = 123
    message_context = "all systems go"
    scheduled_date = "2023-10-15"
    new_flow_run = type('FlowRun', (object,), {"name": "sample-flow"})()  # Mocking a new flow run object
    # Simulating a get_flow_run_url function
    common = type('Common', (object,), {"get_flow_run_url": lambda x: "<http://example.com/flow/>" + x.name})()
    
    # Logging with Rich markup style
    <http://logger.info|logger.info>(f'[bold bright_magenta]{pipeline} Pipeline run for process_id {process_id}, '
                f'message {message_context} scheduled for {scheduled_date} - '
                f'({new_flow_run.name} - {common.get_flow_run_url(new_flow_run)} )[/]')

if __name__ == "__main__":
    example_flow()
### Key Points: - Environment Configuration: Ensure
PREFECT_LOGGING_MARKUP
is set to
true
to allow usage of Rich markup. - Execution Environment: The terminal or logging environment you're using should support ANSI color codes to render the styling as expected. - Rich Markup: Strings containing errors or unsupported characters can disrupt logs, so ensure your dynamic content doesn't inadvertently include special syntax unless intentional. This setup should properly apply the specified styling to your log output, illustrating how to integrate Rich's markup with Prefect's logging.
s
@Marvin it working in my vscode terminal. how can this show up in the prefect logger on the website?
m
In Prefect Cloud or a Prefect server UI, the logger outputs might not directly support Rich-style markup for displaying styled text as graphical terminals do. The UI logs generally display plain text, and the rendering of ANSI codes or Rich markup is not supported out-of-the-box in the web interface. Here are a few strategies you might consider if you want enhanced visibility or formatting of logs in the Prefect UI: 1. Structured Logging: Instead of relying on styling, structure your log messages in a consistent format that makes them easy to read and parse. For example: -
"Pipeline run for process_id: {process_id}, message: {message_context}, scheduled for: {scheduled_date}"
2. Log Levels and Tags: Make good use of log levels (INFO, WARNING, ERROR, etc.) to categorize and manage the logs more effectively. Prefect UI allows filtering by log level, which can help in focusing on critical messages. 3. Custom Log Messages: Add important or highlighting symbols like
***
,
>>>
, or
!!!
to denote important sections in logs, which might visually stand out even without color: -
"** Important: Pipeline {pipeline} run scheduled **"
4. File or Object Logs: If you need truly rich logs, consider logging to a file or a log management tool where rich formatting is supported, and then link such logs in the Prefect logs: -
"Detailed logs available at: /path/to/detailed-log.txt"
5. Monitor External Tools: Use log aggregation services like Grafana, Datadog, or a custom ELK stack, where you can send Prefect logs and use graphical dashboards with advanced filtering and alerting capabilities. Currently, for Rich styling to reflect on the Prefect UI, it would require enhancements to Prefect's UI logging functionality to interpret and display such formatting directly. For this need, following available best practices for structured and clear plain text logging is recommended.