The modern data stack is a collection of tools used to collect, store, and analyze data. Understanding the components of a modern data stack is crucial in grasping how contemporary data ecosystems function. At its core, data engineering plays a pivotal role by focusing on the practical application of data collection, storage, and retrieval. This discipline ensures […]
ADV Webinar: What The? Another Database Model — Vector Databases Explained
Download the slides here>> About the Webinar Vector databases are a type of database that use graph embeddings to represent and compare data, making them ideal for fuzzy match problems. Graph embeddings are created using machine learning algorithms and compress the attributes of data into a low-level representation. The process of creating a new embedding […]
Mission Critical: Dispatch on Safeguarding Government Data
Personal data has emerged as a coveted asset, drawing attention not just from corporate establishments, but also from foreign actors. This interest has sparked a significant challenge – the legal sale of data to overseas entities, raising concerns about the implications for civilians and military personnel alike. The recent initiative by President Biden underscores the criticality of […]
Webinar: Enhancing Data Insights – A Case Study
Download the slides here>> This webinar is sponsored by: About the Webinar Discover how The Linux Foundation embraced a modern strategy for data visualization and analysis, enhancing their Insights tool through the integration of a semantic layer into their data stack. This discussion explores the enhancements in speed, data accessibility, and user experience enabled by […]
SQL at 50: A Lesson in How to Stay Relevant Around Data
Structured query language (SQL) is now 50 years old. The original paper for SQL (then called SEQUEL) was published in May 1974 by Raymond Boyce and Donald Chamberlin, and provided a guide for data manipulation based on a set of simple commands. Today, we take SQL for granted around data – it is still the third most […]
DAS Webinar: How Do Data Governance and Data Architecture Support Each Other?
Download the slides here>> About the Webinar The definition of Data Governance can vary, depending on the audience. To many, Data Governance consists of committees and stewardship roles. To others, it focuses on technical Data Management and controls. Holistic Data Governance combines both of these aspects, and a robust Data Architecture can be the “glue” […]
Webinar: Accelerate Data Product Delivery
Download the slides here>> This webinar is sponsored by: About the Webinar High-value data use cases should be iterative, effective and simple to implement. For example, anyone in your organization should be able to request a new data product that contains data, reports, and even an AI model without having to go through a time-consuming […]
Automated Data Management Tools
“Why?” a chief technology officer (CTO) may ask when the subject of automated Data Management tools arises. After all, their organization has probably already been storing, archiving, and backing up enterprise data day after day with success. For example, setting up a Database-as-a-Service (DBaaS) from a reputable cloud computing provider, with appropriate access to data, […]
Why Total Cost of Ownership Is a Critical Metric in High-Availability Databases
In the world of data management, the focus often zeroes in on the performance, scalability, and reliability of database systems. Total cost of ownership (TCO) is a crucial aspect that should hold equal – if not more – importance. TCO isn’t just a financial metric; it’s a comprehensive assessment that can significantly impact a business’s […]
Types of Data Integrity
Over time, different types of data integrity systems and methods for promoting data integrity have been developed. Data integrity emphasizes confirming the data remains unchanged and consistent over the data’s entire lifecycle. In essence, the data remains pure and uncorrupted. Security plays an important role in ensuring the data is not altered and maintains its […]