Runtime environment variables

Paradime Bolt allows you to use environment variables in your scheduled commands, injecting them dynamically at runtime. This feature helps you manage configurations and sensitive information securely in your dbt™ projects.

How it works

When you include environment variable placeholders (e.g., $ENV_VAR) in your schedule command, Bolt automatically replaces them with their current values during execution.

Usage Example

# Correct usage with proper spacing
dbt run --select $ENV_VAR

Proper Spacing Required

Environment variables must be properly spaced in your commands:

• ✅ dbt run --select $ENV_VAR (correct)

• ❌ dbt run --select$ENV_VAR (incorrect) {% endhint %}

Setting Up Variables

To use runtime variables:

1. From any page in Paradime, Click Settings

2. Navigate to Workspaces > Environment Variables

3. In the Bolt Schedules section, click Add New

Need additional help? See our docs on Bolt Schedules Environment Variables.