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DataNation - Podcast for Data Engineers, Analysts and Scientists

Alex Merced Podcasts
Apache Iceberg
Dremio
Data Lakehouse
Artificial Intelligence
Lake House Catalogs
Databricks
Iceberg
Snowflake
Delta Lake
Semantic Layer
Agentic AI
Duck Lake
Data Catalogs
Lake House Architectures
Europe
Dbt
Apache Polaris
AI In Software Development
Gaming Handhelds
Semantic Layers

Welcome to "Datanation," the podcast where your host, Alex Merced, takes you on a captivating journey through the fascinating world of data. In each episode, we explore a wide range of data topics, from data engineering and data analytics to the art and science of data-driven decision-making. In the age of information, data is the currency that drives innovation and progress. "Datanation" is your ... more

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Alex Merced
Host of DataNation podcast focused on data engineering, analytics, and data-driven decision-making; drives practical discussions around data tooling and architecture.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • Great topics

    For us nerds love it!

    Spelled Collibra incorrectly tho - DQ!

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    United States2 years ago

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Guests and solo episodes offer diverse perspectives for teams.
They cover cutting-edge tooling with practical context.
Consistent focus on data engineering and AI-enabled data workflows.
Great topics for data professionals; actionable, vendor-aware insights.
Occasional slips noted, but depth and clarity compensate.

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The show concentrates on data engineering, analytics, and data-driven decision making, with a strong emphasis on practical tooling, AI-assisted workflows, and data lakehouse architectures. Episodes frequently cover topics like semantic layers, MCP (Model Context Protocol), agent-enabled AI, Apache Iceberg, and Dremio's data platform, often illustrated with hands-on examples and real-world workflows. A standout is the blend of solo deep-dives and guest-led conversations that translate complex data concepts into actionable guidance for engineers, analysts, and data scientists. The format tends to be pragmatic and tool-forward, making it useful for listeners who want to improve data infrastructure, automate workflows, and stay current on data ... more

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