Sample apps

The atlan-sample-apps repository contains reference applications built with the Atlan Application SDK. These examples illustrate common use cases, architecture patterns and recommended practices for extending Atlan.

This document provides an overview of the available sample applications organized by category. Browse the categories below to find an example that matches your use case. Each card links to the app’s GitHub folder, which includes source code and a README covering setup, configuration, and usage.

Quick start

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AI giphy

Showcase how to integrate AI with Atlan to enable natural language-driven actions—like sending context-aware GIFs via email.

Directory: ai_giphy

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Hello world

A simple starter app that demonstrates the core capabilities of the Application SDK, including both synchronous and asynchronous workflows. Perfect for first-time Atlan app builders.

Directory: hello_world

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Giphy

A lightweight app that sends GIFs via email using Python and Temporal workflows. Helps demonstrate workflow orchestration and external API interaction.

Directory: giphy

Connectors

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MySQL

Connects to a MySQL database, extracts metadata, and transforms it into a format compatible with Atlan. Great for learning how to build custom metadata ingestors.

Directory: mysql

Custom utility apps

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Workflows observability

Fetches metadata about workflow executions in Atlan, helping users monitor performance, track failures, and analyze workflow activity.

Directory: workflows_observability

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Asset description reminder

Improves data quality by automatically reminding asset owners (via Slack) to add or update missing descriptions for their assets.

Directory: asset_descriptor_reminder

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Freshness monitor

Continuously monitors asset freshness and alerts relevant users when assets become outdated. Supports proactive data governance.

Directory: freshness_monitor