PostgreSQL export to CSV

PostgreSQL export to CSV automates the process of exporting data from a PostgreSQL database to a CSV file with a simple manual trigger, streamlining data management and enhancing accessibility for analysis and reporting.

7/8/2025
4 nodes
Simple
manualsimplespreadsheetfilepostgresqlfilesstoragedatabasedata
Categories:
Manual TriggeredSimple WorkflowData Processing & Analysis
Integrations:
SpreadsheetFilePostgreSQL

Target Audience

This workflow is ideal for:
- Data Analysts who need to extract data from PostgreSQL databases and convert it into CSV format for analysis.
- Developers looking for a quick solution to automate data export tasks without manual intervention.
- Business Analysts who require regular reports from their PostgreSQL databases to share insights with stakeholders.
- Database Administrators managing data exports for backup or migration purposes.

Problem Solved

This workflow addresses the challenge of manually exporting data from PostgreSQL databases to CSV files. It automates the process, ensuring:
- Time Efficiency: Reduces the time spent on manual data extraction.
- Consistency: Provides a reliable method to export data in a uniform format.
- Accessibility: Makes it easier for non-technical users to obtain data in a widely-used format for further analysis.

Workflow Steps

  • Trigger the Workflow: The workflow begins when the user manually clicks the "Execute Workflow" button.
    2. Set Table Name: The next step involves setting the name of the PostgreSQL table to be exported, in this case, booksRead.
    3. Execute Query: The workflow then executes a SQL query to select all records from the specified table.
    4. Export to CSV: Finally, the retrieved data is exported to a CSV file format using the Spreadsheet File node.

    • Customization Guide

    Users can customize this workflow by:
    - Changing the Table Name: Modify the value in the TableName node to export data from a different PostgreSQL table.
    - Adjusting the SQL Query: Edit the SQL query in the Postgres node to filter or sort the data as needed.
    - Modifying Export Options: Change the file format or options in the Spreadsheet File node to suit different requirements, such as exporting to Excel instead of CSV.
    - Scheduling: Integrate a scheduler node to automate the execution of this workflow at regular intervals.