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ETL vs. ELT
ETL/ELT VS

ETL vs. ELT: Why the Shift Matters in 2025

Alex Dec 26, 2023 0

In the ever-evolving world of data management, one debate has stood the test of time: ETL vs. ELT. While these…

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ClickHouse vs. Snowflake
ClickHouse Data Snowflake

ClickHouse vs. Snowflake: Which Database is Right for You?

Alex Nov 20, 2023 0

In the fast-paced world of data-driven decision-making, choosing the right database can make or break your operations. Two heavyweights often…

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Data Engineer vs. Machine Learning Engineer
Data

Data Engineer vs. Machine Learning Engineer: Where Do the Lines Blur?

Alex Oct 20, 2023 0

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries, the roles of data engineers and machine learning (ML) engineers have become…

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The Modern Data Stack
Data

The Modern Data Stack: Hype or Necessity?

Alex Sep 21, 2023 0

In today’s data-driven world, businesses are racing to harness the power of their data to make informed decisions, uncover new…

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Difference Between Micro-Partition
ETL/ELT

Difference Between Micro-Partition and Clustering in Snowflake: A Box-and-Toys Example

Alex Aug 15, 2023 0

When working with Snowflake, understanding the difference between micro-partitions and clustering keys is crucial for optimizing your data storage and…

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Comparison of Equivalent Cloud Services
Structure

Comparison of Equivalent Cloud Services Across AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure

Alex Jul 12, 2023 0

I’m writing these articles for myself to remember what I have to use and to create a handy reference for…

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Databricks vs. Snowflake: Which One Should You Choose and Why?
Databricks Snowflake

Databricks vs. Snowflake: Which One Should You Choose and Why?

Alex Jun 20, 2023 0

In today’s data-driven world, choosing the right platform for your data needs can feel like picking between two superheroes. Both…

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The Genius of Snowflake
Snowflake

The Genius of Snowflake’s Hybrid Architecture: Revolutionizing Data Warehousing

Alex May 1, 2023 1

In the dynamic world of data warehousing, Snowflake stands out with its innovative hybrid architecture, blending the best elements of…

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