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GlossaryConceptUpdated May 2026

Transform

noun · also: workflow, mapping, json

What is transform?

A transform is a step that reshapes data — splitting a name field, converting a date format, aggregating numbers.

Definition

Full definition of transform

Transforms are the glue between systems that don't speak the same data shape. Common transforms: parse JSON, split a string, format a date, compute a derived field. Tiny Command has typed transform nodes and an optional code step (JavaScript) for complex logic. Avoid putting business logic in transforms — keep them about data shape, not decisions.

In practice

Transform examples

Common transform
Input: '2026-05-17T13:45:00Z' → Format as 'May 17, 2026' → Output: 'May 17, 2026'
Used by

Apps that exemplify transform

See transform in action across real integrations.

FAQ

Common questions about transform

Transform or code step?
Transform for one-off field changes. Code step when you need conditional logic, loops, or to call external libraries.
What if my transform fails?
Tiny Command catches errors per step and retries. Persistent failures land in the DLQ for inspection.