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Exploring the Nuances of Data Systems Research
This chapter delves into the daily activities and distinctions between working on the applied and theoretical sides of data systems research, sharing insights from a PhD student's experiences. It discusses differences in tasks, review processes, and influences on study focus in academia. The conversation also touches on the culture of novelty, challenges in academic paper writing, and dynamics within an academic lab at Stanford University.