Optimizing Databricks Cluster Cost and Utilization Without System Tables
In most enterprise Databricks environments (like in MSC or large analytics ecosystems), system tables such as system.jobrunlogs or system.cluster_events may be restricted or disabled due to security or governance policies. However, tracking cluster utilization and cost is crucial for : Understanding how efficiently jobs use compute Identifying idle clusters or cost leaks Forecasting infrastructure budget Building custom cost dashboards This blog demonstrates a step-by-step approach to compute cluster utilization and cost using only Databricks REST APIs — no […]