Playgrounds

Playgrounds are interactive SQL workspaces in Tinybird Cloud. Use them to explore data, iterate on query logic, and validate results before turning the SQL into a Pipe or Endpoint.

Getting started

  1. Go to Tinybird Cloud and log in to your account.
  2. Select Playgrounds in the sidebar.
  3. Click New playground.
  4. Give the playground a title and optional description.
  5. Start writing SQL.

Playgrounds editor with the playground list, description, and SQL editor

For the statements, functions, and settings you can use in queries, see the SQL reference.

Playground workflow

Organize your playground

Use the list on the left to switch between playgrounds. Mark favorites for quick access and use filters like Favorites or Private to focus the list.

Build queries with nodes

Each playground is made of nodes. Keep nodes focused and readable so you can build multi-step logic and iterate quickly.

Run and review results

Use Run to execute a node and preview results. Adjust the row limit (for example, Limited to 100) or export results when you need to validate outputs outside Tinybird.

Format and document

Use Format to keep SQL readable. Add node descriptions, or use Update node description using AI to keep your work self-documented as it grows.

Share with your team

Use Share to make a playground available to your workspace when it is ready to review.

From playground to production

When a query is ready, move the SQL into a Pipe so it can be versioned, deployed, and used by Endpoints or other resources.

Next steps

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