if i need agent to access my db, where should i in...
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f
if i need agent to access my db, where should i initialize my db at? can i define it in prewarm function or entrypoint function?
t
Thanks for reaching out, Mok. I'm an AI assistant and I'm here to help. Give me a moment while I research this topic.
Let's talk about where to initialize your database for the best results. The entrypoint function is actually the perfect spot for this. Since the
entrypoint
function runs whenever a new job is assigned to the worker, it's designed to set up any job-specific state or configurations—like initializing your database connection. On the other hand, the
prewarm
function is great for preparing resources that many jobs will share, such as preloading models or other heavy resources. However, it’s not the best place for tasks tied to individual jobs, like database initialization. Sources: complex-agents/nutrition-assistant/agent.py | Worker options | LiveKit Docs | Anatomy of an Agent | LiveKit Docs | Anatomy of an Agent | LiveKit Docs | examples/other/transcription/multi-user-transcriber.py
f
then do i need to close my db connection for each agent? meaning have it in my cleanup under callback function for each session?
t
I'd love to help you with this! Could you please let me know if your database connections are shared across multiple sessions, or if each session creates its own connection? Understanding this will really help us find the best way to manage and close those connections smoothly.
f
Actually, the database connection can be shared across multiple sessions, but since i can only init during entrypoint, i am unsure if i need to close them per session?
t
I understand that managing a shared database connection across multiple sessions can feel a bit tricky. Since your connection is shared, it’s really important to handle it thoughtfully. The
entrypoint
function is great for setting up resources specific to each session, but for something shared like your database connection, it’s best to initialize it in a way that it can live across sessions—like using a global context or a shared resource pool. If you are setting up the database connection inside the
entrypoint
function, don’t worry! Just make sure to close it properly when the session ends. You can do this by adding a cleanup callback with
ctx.add_shutdown_callback()
, which will help you close the connection and keep everything running smoothly without leaks. Please feel free to reach out if you’d like me to walk you through the implementation or if you have any other questions—I’m here to help!