Key Features
Semantic Modeling with LookML
Define metrics, relationships, and logic centrally for consistent, reusable analytics.
Embedded & Custom Apps
Embed dashboards or build data-powered apps with Looker’s APIs and SDKs.
Real-Time Exploration
Query live data from BigQuery, Snowflake, Redshift, and more — no extracts needed.
Enterprise Governance
Manage roles, permissions, and audit logs with fine-grained access control.
How It Works
Set Up Looker Instance
Deploy via Google Cloud Marketplace or connect to your data warehouse.
Model with LookML
Define dimensions, measures, joins, and logic in LookML for consistent analytics.
Explore & Visualize
Use the Explore interface to build charts, tables, and dashboards interactively.
Share & Embed
Distribute insights via scheduled reports, embeds, or custom apps.
Monitor & Govern
Track usage, manage access, and audit queries with built-in admin tools.
Code Example
# LookML example: Defining a measure and dimension
view: orders {
sql_table_name: orders ;;
dimension: region {
type: string
sql: orders.region ;;
}
dimension: sales {
type: number
sql: orders.sales ;;
}
measure: total_sales {
type: sum
sql: orders.sales ;;
}
}
explore: orders {
always_filter: {
field: region
value: "North"
}
}Use Cases
Revenue Dashboards
Track sales, profit, and growth metrics across regions and product lines.
Customer Retention Analytics
Analyze churn, engagement, and lifetime value with governed metrics.
Marketing Attribution
Measure campaign performance and ROI across channels and cohorts.
Embedded Analytics
Deliver dashboards inside portals, SaaS apps, or internal tools via Looker Embed.
Integrations & Resources
Explore Looker’s ecosystem and find the tools, platforms, and docs to accelerate your workflow.
Popular Integrations
- BigQuery, Snowflake, Redshift
- Google Sheets, Salesforce, HubSpot
- Slack, Gmail, Webhooks
- Looker API & SDKs
- Data Studio, Vertex AI, dbt
Helpful Resources
FAQ
Common questions about Looker’s capabilities, usage, and ecosystem.