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sql_Execute_Full_Pipeline

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Executes a full SQL query clustering pipeline to identify high-CPU queries and optimize database performance through grouping similar queries and analyzing performance metrics.

Instructions

COMPLETE SQL QUERY CLUSTERING PIPELINE FOR HIGH-USAGE QUERY OPTIMIZATION

This tool executes the entire SQL query clustering workflow to identify and analyze high CPU usage queries for optimization opportunities. It's designed for database performance analysts and DBAs who need to systematically identify query optimization candidates.

FULL PIPELINE WORKFLOW:

  1. Query Log Extraction: Extracts SQL queries from DBC.DBQLSqlTbl with comprehensive performance metrics

  2. Performance Metrics Calculation: Computes CPU skew, I/O skew, PJI (Physical to Logical I/O ratio), UII (Unit I/O Intensity)

  3. Query Tokenization: Tokenizes SQL text using {sql_clustering_config.get('model', {}).get('model_id', 'bge-small-en-v1.5')} tokenizer via ivsm.tokenizer_encode

  4. Embedding Generation: Creates semantic embeddings using ivsm.IVSM_score with ONNX models

  5. Vector Store Creation: Converts embeddings to vector columns via ivsm.vector_to_columns

  6. K-Means Clustering: Groups similar queries using TD_KMeans with optimal K from configuration

  7. Silhouette Analysis: Calculates clustering quality scores using TD_Silhouette

  8. Statistics Generation: Creates comprehensive cluster statistics with performance aggregations

PERFORMANCE METRICS EXPLAINED:

  • AMPCPUTIME: Total CPU seconds across all AMPs (primary optimization target)

  • CPUSKW/IOSKW: CPU/I/O skew ratios (>2.0 indicates distribution problems)

  • PJI: Physical-to-Logical I/O ratio (higher = more CPU-intensive)

  • UII: Unit I/O Intensity (higher = more I/O-intensive relative to CPU)

  • LogicalIO: Total logical I/O operations (indicates scan intensity)

  • NumSteps: Query plan complexity (higher = more complex plans)

CONFIGURATION (from sql_opt_config.yml):

  • Uses top {default_max_queries} queries by CPU time (configurable)

  • Creates {default_optimal_k} clusters by default (configurable via optimal_k parameter)

  • Embedding model: {sql_clustering_config.get('model', {}).get('model_id', 'bge-small-en-v1.5')}

  • Vector dimensions: {sql_clustering_config.get('embedding', {}).get('vector_length', 384)}

  • All database and table names are configurable

OPTIMIZATION WORKFLOW: After running this tool, use:

  1. sql_Analyze_Cluster_Stats to identify problematic clusters

  2. sql_Retrieve_Cluster_Queries to get actual SQL from target clusters

  3. LLM analysis to identify patterns and propose specific optimizations

USE CASES:

  • Identify query families consuming the most system resources

  • Find queries with similar patterns but different performance

  • Discover optimization opportunities through clustering analysis

  • Prioritize DBA effort on highest-impact query improvements

  • Understand workload composition and resource distribution

PREREQUISITES:

  • DBC.DBQLSqlTbl and DBC.DBQLOgTbl must be accessible

  • Embedding models and tokenizers must be installed in feature_ext_db

  • Sufficient space in feature_ext_db for intermediate and final tables

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
optimal_kNo
max_queriesNo
Behavior1/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

The description implies write operations (e.g., 'Creates vector store', 'Creates cluster statistics'), but annotations set readOnlyHint: true and idempotentHint: true. This is a direct contradiction. The description does not disclose that the tool writes to the database, despite mentioning sufficient space in feature_ext_db.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is long but well-structured with sections, bold headers, and bullet points. It front-loads the purpose and workflow. Some redundancy could be trimmed, but overall it's organized for readability.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness5/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool's complexity (multi-step pipeline), minimal input schema, and no output schema, the description provides extensive context: full workflow steps, performance metrics explanations, configuration details, prerequisites, and follow-up tools. It is highly complete.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The input schema has 0% description coverage, but the description explains that optimal_k controls the number of clusters and max_queries limits the top queries by CPU time. It provides meaning beyond the schema's raw parameter definitions.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states that the tool 'executes the entire SQL query clustering workflow' to identify high CPU usage queries. It distinguishes itself from siblings by detailing the full pipeline and referencing subsequent tools like sql_Analyze_Cluster_Stats and sql_Retrieve_Cluster_Queries as follow-ups.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines5/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description includes an 'OPTIMIZATION WORKFLOW' section that explicitly tells when to use this tool and what tools to use after (e.g., sql_Analyze_Cluster_Stats). It also lists use cases and prerequisites, providing clear guidance on appropriate usage.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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