jobs.md

Modification Summary: Base64 Encoding for Key Generation

Behavior:

• In the AirbyteStateHandler class within the state.py script, we modified the method of generating the key_value.
• If a job_id is present, it is directly used as the key_value.
• If a job_id is not provided, we concatenate the output_path and airbyte_src_image values, then use Base64 encoding to generate a unique key_value.

Purpose of the Key:

• The key_value serves as a unique identifier for the data being processed.
• It ensures that each set of data can be distinctly recognized and accessed, especially when dealing with multiple datasets or sources.
• Using Base64 encoding provides a way to create a readable string that can be easily decoded if necessary, revealing the original output_path and airbyte_src_image values.

Decoding the Base64 Key:

If you ever need to decode the Base64 encoded key_value to retrieve the original information (output_path and airbyte_src_image):

1. Use a Base64 decoding tool or library.
2. Provide the encoded key_value as input.
3. The output will be a string in the format: /path/to/output,airbyte/source-example.

For example, in Python:

import base64
decoded_value = base64.b64decode(encoded_key_value).decode()

Where encoded_key_value is the Base64 encoded key_value.

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