In this episode of The Data T, Joe Reis returns to discuss his journey since his last appearance on our podcast. We chat about the lasting impact of his book, Fundamentals of Data Engineering, and his latest focus on data modeling. Data modeling is the focus of Joe’s upcoming book, Practical Data Modeling, which he is writing publicly on his Substack.

We also explore broader industry trends, including the hype around AI, the resurgence of data governance, and shifting perspectives on data modeling methodologies. Tune in to hear Joe’s candid takes on the impact of AI-generated code, the new “vibe coding” trend, and the importance of strong communities—both online and in-person—in reshaping professional networking in the data industry.

Key Topics

• The resurgence of data modeling
• AI hype vs. reality
• Data governance comeback
• Community-driven learning
• The shift toward practical data frameworks

Resources

➡️ About Coalesce: https://coalesce.io/

➡️ Practical Data Modeling Substack: https://practicaldatamodeling.substac...

➡️ Coalesce podcast archive: https://coalesce.io/podcast/