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From Data Chaos to Clarity - Unraveling Data Engineering with Blake Burch
In this episode, we talk to Blake Burch, a software engineer with a keen focus on the often overlooked but crucial field of data engineering. Throughout the conversation, we explore the challenges and solutions in making data manipulation and infrastructure setup more accessible and secure for teams. Burch shares insights on the evolution of data tooling, the importance of data observability, and strategies for building trust within organizations through effective data management. We delve into the pivotal role of domain knowledge in data teams and discuss Shipyard's approach to simplifying data workflows for businesses.
Key Points
- Data engineering is often neglected in technology strategies, but providing an all-in-one low code solution can help organizations manage and connect different touchpoints of data more effectively.
- Visibility into data workflows and the impact of changes is crucial, as it builds trust within the organization and ensures that all systems and reports are accurately aligned with the data.
- Instead of hoarding all available data, businesses should focus on the data that can drive actionable insights and decisions, emphasizing quality and relevance over quantity.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Shipyard: https://shipyardapp.com All Hands on Data Newsletter: https://allhandsondata.substack.com/
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