Alter Everything 189: Racing to Success in the Alteryx Grand Prix
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Jul 16, 2025 Owen Coyle, a technical consultant at Bulien and the 2025 Alteryx Grand Prix champion, shares his thrilling journey in data analytics. He dives into the excitement of the Alteryx Grand Prix and how it mirrors the high-pressure world of Formula One. Owen offers invaluable advice for future competitors, highlighting the importance of preparation and collaboration. Listeners will enjoy tales of camaraderie and the adrenaline-fueled moments of performing live during the prelims, as well as insights into the day-to-day life of a technical consultant.
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Grand Prix Experience Described
- The Alteryx Grand Prix is a fast-paced, live competition where contestants solve multiple challenges on stage.
- It features live streams, live scoring, and intense pressure similar to Formula One racing.
Consultant Role Mirrors Grand Prix
- Owen's daily work as a technical consultant involves designing workflows, assisting system builds, and advising on data strategies.
- His consultancy experience parallels Grand Prix pressure with diverse, complex problem solving.
Prelims Add Realistic Pressure
- The Grand Prix prelims at Inspire involved live workflow challenges with distractions and community presence.
- Owen found the live conference environment added pressure but served as good preparation for the main event.