The Data Stack Show The PRQL: AI, SaaS, and the End of Job Titles with Eric Dodds and John Wessel
Apr 7, 2025
The conversation kicks off with a fun look at the whirlwind evolution of data and AI technologies. The hosts highlight the booming investments from top tech companies, signaling a major shift in how we view data management. They delve into the contrast between the stability of traditional databases and the dynamic nature of front-end technologies. Expect insights on how these changes might redefine job titles in the tech industry, sparking a lively debate about the future of roles in the data landscape.
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AI Investment Fuels Progress
- AI's rapid advancement is partly due to massive investments.
- Similar progress could occur in other fields with comparable funding.
Data's Perceived Stability
- John Wessel was initially drawn to data because it seemed less susceptible to change.
- He contrasts this with the rapidly evolving frontend landscape.
Accelerated Change in Data
- Eric Dodds observes that the pace of change in data has accelerated, contrary to earlier perceptions.
- This extends to tooling and the broader data landscape.