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The Array Cast
Conor McCarthy, PyKX and kdb+ 4.1
Mar 30, 2024
Conor McCarthy, lead architect of Pi KX at Sorevative/KX, discusses the latest release of KDB plus 4.1, PyKX integration for data analysis and machine learning, pattern matching syntax, and type checking in Python. The podcast also explores unique language features and syntax in KDB+ 4.1, accessing Queue and KDB Plus licenses, community engagement, and future plans for the array programming community.
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- KDB+ 4.1 brings significant enhancements like improved parallelism and pattern matching for advanced data processing.
- PyKX integration with Q language in Python environments boosts data handling efficiency and workflow impact.
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The podcast episode features a discussion among various individuals involved in programming and software development. Initial introductions and announcements lead to a focus on Connor McCarthy, who works for Sorevative/KX and leads PiKX. The conversation delves into recent updates like the KDB+ 4.1 release, highlighting features such as improvements in parallelism, removal of socket limits, enhanced HTTP connections, parallel data loading, and significant language changes including dictionary literals and type checking.
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