Matt Housley

Tony Baer, an esteemed industry analyst known for his insights into data and AI, teams up with Matt Housley, host of 'It's About Data' and a seasoned data practitioner. They dive into the rise of agentic architectures and the vital role of semantics in AI, emphasizing the importance of a shared understanding. The conversation tackles the pitfalls of 'magic' thinking around LLMs, the potential of graphs in analytics, and the historical cycles of data architectures. Tony and Matt also offer practical advice for navigating the evolving data landscape.

Join industry analyst Tony Baer, an expert in data management and AI trends, and Matt Housley, a data practitioner and educator, as they explore the future of data in 2026. They tackle the challenges of AI magical thinking, stressing the importance of human oversight. Tony highlights the rising demand for semantics and ontologies in AI, creating new job opportunities. Matt predicts that graphs will become essential tools for analysts, helping to normalize data. The conversation dives into the balancing act between automation and human intelligence, making for a thought-provoking discussion.