OpenMetadata Connector Building Skill

When to Activate

When a user asks to build, create, add, or scaffold a new connector, source, or integration for OpenMetadata.

Core Insight

One JSON Schema definition cascades through 6 layers: Python Pydantic models, Java models, UI forms (RJSF auto-render), API validation, test fixtures, and documentation. Define the schema once — everything else is generated or guided.

Workflow: 7 Phases

Phase 0: ENVIRONMENT — Set Up Python Dev Environment

Before any make or python commands, set up the environment from the repo root: