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SQL queries as logical tables in semantic views (General availability)

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You can now use an SQL query (rather than a physical table) as a logical table in a semantic view. This lets you define logical tables based on joins, transformations, or any SQL expression without creating a separate view first.

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Support for variables in semantic views (General availability)

You can now define variables in a semantic view to parameterize facts, dimensions, and metrics. Variables let you customize calculations at query time without changing the view definition. Define variables when you create a semantic view using the VARIABLES clause in the CREATE SEMANTIC VIEW command, or by adding a variables key in the YAML specification .

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Support for sample values and enum indicators in semantic view DDL

When defining a semantic view , you can now specify sample values and enum indicators in the CREATE SEMANTIC VIEW command. These features were previously available only in the YAML specification and are now supported in DDL as well. For more information, see Adding sample values and enum indicators .

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Resource budgets for Cortex Search

Snowflake now supports resource budgets to control credit spending for Cortex Search services. Resource budgets let you define a monthly spending limit and take automated actions, such as revoking access or suspending the service, when spending exceeds your limits. For more information, see Resource budgets for Cortex Search .

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SHOW CORTEX BASE MODELS command (General availability)

With this release, we are pleased to announce the general availability of the SHOW CORTEX BASE MODELS command. Use this command to list the Cortex Base Models available in your account, along with each model’s lifecycle status, regional availability, legacy date, and end-of-life date.

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