The Data Stack Show

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Jul 1, 2024 • 3min

The PRQL: Google Cloud Deep Dive and Observability AI with David Wynn of Edge Delta

The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data while ensuring data privacy and security. To learn more about RudderStack visit rudderstack.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jun 26, 2024 • 49min

195: Supply Chain Data Stacks and Snowflake Optimization Pro Tips with Jeff Skoldberg of Green Mountain Data Solutions

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:Jeff's Background and Transition to Independent Consulting (0:03)Working at Keurig and Business Model Changes (2:16)Tech Stack Evolution and SAP HANA Implementation (7:33)Adoption of Tableau and Data Pipelines (11:21)Supply Chain Analytics and Timeless Data Modeling (15:49)Impact of Cloud Computing on Cost Optimization (18:35)Challenges of Managing Variable Costs (20:59)Democratization of Data and Cost Impact (23:52)Quality of Fivetran Connectors (27:29)Data Ingestion and Cost Awareness (29:44)Virtual Warehouse Cost Management (31:22)Auto-Scaling and Performance Optimization (33:09)Cost-Saving Frameworks for Business Problems (38:19)Dashboard Frameworks (40:53)Increasing Dashboards (43:29)Final thoughts and takeaways (46:28)The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data while ensuring data privacy and security. To learn more about RudderStack visit rudderstack.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jun 24, 2024 • 2min

The PRQL: Breaking down Keurig’s Supply Chain Data Stack with Jeff Skoldberg of Green Mountain Data Solutions

The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data while ensuring data privacy and security. To learn more about RudderStack visit rudderstack.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jun 19, 2024 • 48min

194: Building Retail Churn Prediction on DuckDB with Clint Dunn of Wilde

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:Clint’s Background and Journey in Data (0:51)Starting a Data Career (2:01)Transition to Startup SaaS World (4:27)Clint’s Connection to a Federal Reserve Database (5:31)Challenges in Predictive Modeling (10:27)Data Input Challenges (15:50)Marketers' Workflow and Data Integration (18:29)Soft ROI vs. Hard ROI in Data Analysis (00:21:31)Balancing Internal Marketing and Data Team's Value (22:35)Simplifying Data Inputs for Predictive Models (25:09)Data Analysis Workflow and Tech Stack (29:06)Open Data Formats and Impact on Data Platforms (34:40)The S3 and Ecosystem Model (37:08)In-browser SQL Queries with DuckDB (39:24)Data Security Concerns and Solutions (41:47)Clean Rooms and Data Sharing (43:32)Final Thoughts and Takeaways (47:35)The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data while ensuring data privacy and security. To learn more about RudderStack visit rudderstack.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jun 17, 2024 • 2min

The PRQL: Hard Data ROI and Productizing Retail Churn Prediction with Clint Dunn of Wilde

The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data while ensuring data privacy and security. To learn more about RudderStack visit rudderstack.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jun 12, 2024 • 24min

193: Introducing the Cynical Data Guy: Is Data-Driven a Myth?

Special edition featuring the cynical data guy discussing metadata, LLMs, and data-driven culture. Comparison of no code vs. low code tools and challenges for enterprises. Insights on inappropriate tool use and final thoughts on data infrastructure.
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Jun 10, 2024 • 3min

The PRQL: The Cynical Data Guy’s Origin Story

The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data while ensuring data privacy and security. To learn more about RudderStack visit rudderstack.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jun 5, 2024 • 48min

192: Business Logic As Code: A New LLM-Powered Operating System for Business Automation with Binny Gill of Kognitos

Tech entrepreneur Binny Gill from Kognitos discusses reimagining programming with natural language, challenges in automating business processes, and the future of AI. They explore using LLMs for context generation, biases in datasets, and the next innovation in data.
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Jun 3, 2024 • 3min

The PRQL: From Programming Tic Tac Toe to Building an Operating System for Natural Language Programs With Binny Gill of Kognitos

The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data while ensuring data privacy and security. To learn more about RudderStack visit rudderstack.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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May 29, 2024 • 49min

191: From Amazon to Consulting: Time Series Forecasting and How to Communicate Data Analytics Insights with David McCandless of McCandless Consulting

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:David's Background and Journey in Data (0:30)Transition to Time Series Forecasting (2:03)Working on Time Series Forecasting at Amazon (2:55)Challenges and Experience in Time Series Forecasting (4:32)Transitioning to a New Role at Amazon (5:52)Tools and Methods for Time Series Forecasting (8:17)Forecasting Impact and Accuracy (15:30)Explaining Variance and Lessons Learned (18:58)Understanding Downstream Consumers and Empathy for Business Leaders (20:36)Amazon's Culture and Decision-Making Process (24:27)Assimilating into Amazon's Culture (26:04)Interpreting Data for Business Stakeholders (28:34)Consulting for Small Businesses (30:28)Challenges in Automation and Maintenance (32:18)Analyzing Financial Metrics for Small Businesses (34:51)Tooling and Data Solutions for Small Businesses (39:52)Empowering Small Businesses with Data (46:02)The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data while ensuring data privacy and security. To learn more about RudderStack visit rudderstack.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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