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Databases are becoming commodity, what's next? Chat with Chris from Materialized View
Mar 19, 2024
Chris Riccomini, ex-Distinguished engineer at Wepay and co-creator of Apache Samza, discusses the evolution of data systems, the rise of Arrow, and the future trends in database systems. Topics include domain-specific databases, object storage for edge systems, developer ergonomics, and the shift towards specialized Postgres-compatible databases.
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- Consolidation around Postgres-compatible databases for specialized needs like Vector Search or GIS is likely.
- Shift towards Spark or Flink for data integration can reshape the landscape efficiently.
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Evolution of Data Systems: Postgres as Central Element
The future of data systems could see a consolidation around Postgres-compatible databases, serving specialized needs like Vector Search or GIS. These databases are likely to be built on object storage, streamlining operations. Postgres or MySQL protocols are expected to act as unifying elements between these databases. The database landscape may shrink slightly, with workloads folding into fewer systems.
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