Welcome to the world of DataWave, a powerful Java-based framework designed for ingesting and querying data at lightning speed, leveraging the capabilities of Apache Accumulo. In this guide, we’ll walk through the basics of setting it up, using it, and troubleshooting common issues.

What is DataWave?

DataWave supports a myriad of use cases such as:

• Data fusion across structured and unstructured datasets
• Construction and analysis of distributed graphs
• Multi-tenant data architectures with distinct security requirements and data access patterns
• Fine-grained control over data access, easily integrated with existing user-authorization services and PKI

To embark on your journey with DataWave, you can start with the DataWave Quickstart for an easy initiation.

How to Use this Repository

This repository is structured to host various microservices and utility projects independently, allowing for effortless development, versioning, and release. All projects are stored as submodules, enabling easy access within an integrated development environment (IDE).

Cloning with All Submodules

If you’re eager to dive deep and build all DataWave projects from one repository, follow these steps:

# Start out by cloning the project as you normally would.
git clone git@github.com:NationalSecurityAgency/datawave.git

# Now, use git to retrieve all of the DataWave submodules.
# This will leave your submodules in a detached head state.
cd datawave
git submodule update --init --recursive

# Checkout the main branch for each submodule to avoid being in a detached head state.
git submodule foreach git checkout main :

# It is recommended to build the project using multiple threads.
mvn -Pdocker,dist clean install -T 1C

# If you don't want to build the microservices, you can skip them.
mvn -Pdocker,dist -DskipMicroservices clean install -T 1C

# If you decide that you no longer need the submodules, you can remove them.
git submodule deinit --all

Think of this process as preparing for a garden party. You want to select all your plants (submodules). First, you gather them (clone the repo), then you ensure they’re all in the right pots (update submodules). Once set up, you can decide whether you want to tend to every plant (build all projects) or just a select few (skip the microservices), depending on your preference.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Even the best tools can have their hiccups. Here are some common issues you might face while using DataWave and their solutions:

• Detached Head State: If you notice the submodules are in a detached head state, run the checkout command listed above to align them to the main branch.
• Build Errors: Ensure you have the required dependencies installed. If build errors persist, check the logs for specific clues.
• Microservices Not Building: Try skipping the microservices build option if you don’t require them, which can simplify the build process.

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Final Thoughts

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