What's New In Data From the Marines to Data Engineering with Alexander Noonan (Dagster Labs)
Nov 21, 2024
Alex Noonan, a developer advocate at Dagster, shares his fascinating journey from Marine aircraft mechanic to data engineering guru. He discusses the challenges of social media shifts post-Elon Musk's Twitter takeover, exploring how platforms like Blue Sky are changing community dynamics. Alex offers insights on networking strategies across LinkedIn, Reddit, and more, emphasizing the relevance of tailored content. He also highlights AI's transformative role in streamlining data processes, showcasing innovations like Dagster that enhance the day-to-day workflow of data professionals.
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From Marines to Data
- Alex Noonan's career path included the Marines, finance, and marketing before data engineering.
- His interest in data sparked after watching "The Big Short", leading him to explore finance and data analysis.
Data Twitter's Fragmentation
- Data Twitter provided a strong sense of community and knowledge sharing.
- Elon Musk's takeover fragmented the community, leading to migrations to platforms like Blue Sky.
Using Blue Sky
- Leverage Blue Sky's custom lists and starter packs for focused content and community integration.
- Starter packs offer an efficient onboarding experience by allowing users to follow curated lists.
