Sequence

The Sequence operation allows you to define the order in which entities are processed during the transformation phase. This operation gives you control over the sequence of operations applied to different entities.

Overview

The Sequence operation enables you to:

• Specify the order in which entities should be processed
• Control the processing sequence for complex transformation pipelines
• Ensure entities with dependencies are processed in the correct order
• Apply entity sequencing during the transformation phase

Configuration

Entity Sequence Selection

The Sequence operation allows you to select which entities should be processed and in what order:

1. Choose entities from a list of available entities in your dataset
2. Arrange them in the desired processing order
3. The entities will be transformed in the sequence you specify

Examples

Basic Entity Sequencing

To process customer entities before order entities:

1. Add the Sequence operation to your rule
2. Select entities in the desired order:
   • customer (first)
   • order (second)
3. Entities will be processed in the specified sequence during transformation

Complex Sequencing

For a more complex dataset with multiple related entities:

1. Add the Sequence operation to your rule
2. Arrange entities in dependency order:
   • categories (first - no dependencies)
   • products (second - depends on categories)
   • customers (third - no dependencies)
   • orders (fourth - depends on products and customers)
   • order_items (fifth - depends on orders)

This operation provides granular control over processing order, which can be essential when entities have dependencies on each other or when you want to ensure consistent processing behavior.