Changelog Interviews What even is the modern data stack
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Jul 17, 2024 In this engaging conversation, Benn Stancil, co-founder of Mode and insightful commentator on data, joins Shane Harder from Cronitor, David Hsu of Retool, and Brian Clark from Neon. They explore the modern data stack and the potential dissolving of analytics teams, comparing the analytics sector to a Ponzi scheme. The group discusses innovative database technologies that allow safe testing changes, and shares unique tips for captivating public speaking. The interplay of product simplicity and backend complexities rounds out their thought-provoking dialogue.
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Benn's Writing Journey
- Benn Stancil co-founded Mode, a BI platform, and initially wrote blog posts analyzing pop culture data.
- This content marketing strategy shifted to industry rants, capturing an audience and shaping his writing career.
Modern Data Stack Defined
- The modern data stack lacks a clear definition, encompassing cloud-based, modular data infrastructure tools.
- It's characterized by a product-led growth philosophy, often seen in tools launched on Product Hunt.
AI's Impact on Data
- The rise of AI, particularly large language models, diverted VC interest and funding from the data space.
- This shift, coupled with a market downturn, created a less exciting and opportunistic environment for data startups.