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Wes McKinney

Co-host of The Test Set podcast. He shares his experience in data analysis and asks questions about the use of open source tools.

Top 10 podcasts with Wes McKinney

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May 15, 2024 • 60min

#462: Pandas and Beyond with Wes McKinney

Wes McKinney, creator of pandas, discusses the power of pandas in data manipulation and analysis, evolution of pandas, Python frameworks for data science advancements, efficiency in data processing libraries like Apache Arrow, and the introduction of SQL Glott for standardizing SQL queries.
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Jan 31, 2024 • 1h 19min

175: The Parts, Pieces, and Future of Composable Data Systems, Featuring Wes McKinney, Pedro Pedreira, Chris Riccomini, and Ryan Blue

Data systems experts Wes McKinney, Pedro Pedreira, Chris Riccomini, and Ryan Blue discuss the concept of composable data systems, the challenges and incentives for composable components, specialization and modularity in data workloads, and the efficiency and common layers in data management systems. They also explore the evolution of data system composability, exciting new projects in data systems, and the challenges of standardizing APIs.
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Oct 30, 2024 • 59min

Wes McKinney

Wes McKinney, the creator of Pandas and Apache Arrow, now works at Posit on Positron, a cutting-edge data science IDE. He delves into the innovative, React-based features of Positron and its integration with TypeScript and Jupyter. McKinney shares insights on optimizing data science with DuckDB and Wasm, enhancing workflows through AI, and navigating coding complexities. He reminisces about the creation of Pandas during financial turmoil and the evolution of Arrow for improved data processing. Outside of coding, he enjoys video gaming and language learning.
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Oct 29, 2024 • 14min

Retooling for a smaller data era

Wes McKinney, creator of Pandas and author of Python for Data Analysis, discusses the vital shift toward Small Data in today's data landscape. He emphasizes the need for user-friendly tools to manage smaller datasets and shares insights on innovative projects like Mosaic that enhance data analysis interactivity. The conversation also explores Apache Arrow, an open standard for improving data connectivity, and the importance of community feedback in developing effective data science tools. Wes's vision for the future of data tooling is both pragmatic and inspiring.
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Jul 9, 2024 • 1h 3min

#176 - Nick Schrock and Wes McKinney - Composable Data Stacks, Open Table Formats, and More

Nick Schrock and Wes McKinney discuss composable data stacks, open table formats, managing complexity, and trends in AI and ML. They explore challenges in data management, hardware acceleration for data processing, and reflections on data work.
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Mar 22, 2024 • 58min

Speaking with the Creator of Pandas on the Future of Open Source (Wes McKinney) - KNN Ep. 184

The podcast discusses the origin and evolution of the pandas library, Wes McKinney's transition to a new role at Posit, and his insights on the future of open source. Topics include balancing progress with tradition, community-driven open-source projects, and the evolution of open source in technology.
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Jul 29, 2025 • 27min

Wes McKinney: Part 2 — The open source hustle and an insider view of Positron

In the latest discussion, Wes McKinney, an open source software developer and creator of pandas, delves into the intricacies of maintaining open source projects. He explains the essential role of corporate support and shares the origin story of Apache Arrow. The conversation highlights the development of Positron, a cutting-edge IDE, and the importance of interoperable tools across programming languages. Wes also touches on how modern IDEs should cater to both users and machine learning models, blending his coding insights with a passion for music.
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Mar 22, 2024 • 52min

Why he created Pandas, the future of data systems, why he left his CTO role to become a chief architect - Wes McKinney - The Data Scientist Show #086

Wes McKinney, creator of Pandas, shares how it started, benefits of user-friendly data tools, challenges in building products, transitioning to a top architect role, improving open source, and using ChatGPT for learning, with a focus on future impact goals and career excitement.
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Jul 14, 2025 • 23min

Wes McKinney: Part 1 — Building Pandas, Arrow, and a speedrunning legacy

Wes McKinney, an influential open-source software developer and the mastermind behind Pandas and Apache Arrow, shares his journey from speedrunning communities to revolutionizing data processing. He discusses how frustration with data work sparked Pandas' creation and dives into the early days of organizing the GoldenEye speedrunning scene. Wes also reflects on the importance of community in open-source development, the challenges of optimizing CSV handling, and the thrill of collaborating with like-minded creators in the data space.
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Nov 16, 2021 • 1h 28min

523: Open-Source Analytical Computing (pandas, Apache Arrow)

Wes McKinney, creator of pandas and Apache Arrow, discusses history of pandas, Python for data analysis, Apache Arrow, and Voltron Data. Audience Q&A reveals Wes's favorite tools and project names origins.

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