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Separating slots in Bigquery by process

I separate the slots for the use case mentioned in this question (https://www.googlecloudcommunity.com/gc/Data-Analytics/How-to-point-a-jobs-in-Bigquery-to-a-especifi...), the project 1 will have slots for ETL process and project 2 for metabase usage. 

Can I create a reservation in Project 1 and attribute Project 2 for it? Or will it be necessary to create this new reservation in Project 2?

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Hi @Cayo_dias ,

BQoffers the ability to assign sl*ts from a reservation in one project to jobs in another project through the BigQuery Reservation API. This provides flexibility for centralized sl*t management across projects within the same organization.

Here's a revised breakdown of the different strategies for separating BigQuery sl*ts by process, including the nuances mentioned:

Separate Reservations in Each Project:

  • This strategy creates dedicated reservations in each project, ensuring resource isolation and preventing competition for sl*ts.
  • It's ideal for strict project separation and independent resource management.

Shared Project for Reservations:

  • This approach centralizes sl*t management by creating a dedicated project for reservations.
  • You can then use the BigQuery Reservation API to assign slo*s from this centralized project to jobs in other projects.
  • Ensure that the appropriate IAM roles are assigned to users or service accounts in the other projects to allow them to use the reservations.
  • This offers efficient sl*t utilization and cost management while still allowing each project access to dedicated resources.

Flex Sl*ts:

  • Flex sl*ts offer on-demand, auto-scaling resources, eliminating the need for dedicated reservations.
  • They're ideal for variable workloads with unpredictable demands, enabling automatic scaling based on usage.
  • However, Flex sl*ts can be more expensive than dedicated reservations for consistent, predictable workloads.

Choosing the Best Approach:

The optimal strategy depends on your specific needs and preferences:

  • Project Separation: Use separate reservations for strict resource isolation and individual project control.
  • Centralized Management: A shared project with assignments provides efficient sl*t management and cost-effectiveness. Remember that billing for the sl*ts will be charged to the project where the reservation was created, so plan your budget accordingly.
  • Flexibility: Opt for Flex sl*ts if you have variable workloads requiring automatic scaling and no long-term commitment.
  • Organizational Policy: Establish clear policies for the use and management of BigQuery sl*ts to ensure fair access and prevent resource misuse.
  • Monitoring and Optimization: Regularly monitor sl*t usage and query performance to optimize sl*t allocation and minimize costs. Utilize BigQuery's monitoring tools to adjust reservations as needed.

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