Alex Bertails
Software engineer on Content Engineering at Netflix who led the Unified Data Architecture (UDA) initiative using an RDF-based knowledge graph to connect domain models, mappings, and data containers for model-once, represent-everywhere capabilities.
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Nov 19, 2025 • 1h 5min
Netflix’s Unified Data Architecture: Model Once, Represent Everywhere with Alex Bertails
In this conversation with Alex Bertails, a software engineer at Netflix, the focus is on the Unified Data Architecture (UDA). Alex dives into how UDA utilizes an RDF-based knowledge graph to unify domain models and data representation, revolutionizing data accessibility. He explains the challenges of existing solutions and introduces innovative concepts like decentralized governance and autonomous domain model authoring. With insights on the future of data modeling, Alex emphasizes that a strong knowledge graph can enhance AI capabilities, making this discussion a must-listen for data enthusiasts.
Nov 19, 2025 • 1h 5min
Netflix’s Unified Data Architecture: Model Once, Represent Everywhere with Alex Bertails
In this engaging discussion, Alex Bertails, a software engineer at Netflix, shares insights on the Unified Data Architecture (UDA). He explains how UDA integrates RDF knowledge graphs with domain models to streamline data governance. The conversation delves into the limitations of existing solutions and the innovative shift towards decentralized governance. Alex highlights practical applications like PDM taxonomy management and showcases the surprising success of UDA's self-validation. He emphasizes the need for a unified conceptual layer to enhance data interactions across organizations.
