181: OLAP Engines and the Next Generation of Business Intelligence with Mike Driscoll of Rill Data
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Druid Technology: Origin Story and Evolution
This chapter explores the inception of Druid, an analytics database, which was developed out of necessity for handling vast amounts of data in the advertising analytics industry. It discusses the challenges faced, evolution from using Greenplum to HBase, and the decision to adopt Druid, emphasizing its purpose-built nature for specific use cases. The conversation also delves into the wide adoption of Druid by various prominent companies, its unique characteristics, and its relevance in today's data landscape.
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