Summary

Building a data pipeline that is reliable and flexible is a difficult task, especially when you have a small team. Astronomer is a platform that lets you skip straight to processing your valuable business data. Ry Walker, the CEO of Astronomer, explains how the company got started, how the platform works, and their commitment to open source.

Preamble

Hello and welcome to the Data Engineering Podcast, the show about modern data infrastructure When you’re ready to launch your next project you’ll need somewhere to deploy it. Check out Linode at www.dataengineeringpodcast.com/linode?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss and get a $20 credit to try out their fast and reliable Linux virtual servers for running your data pipelines or trying out the tools you hear about on the show. Go to dataengineeringpodcast.com to subscribe to the show, sign up for the newsletter, read the show notes, and get in touch. You can help support the show by checking out the Patreon page which is linked from the site. To help other people find the show you can leave a review on iTunes, or Google Play Music, and tell your friends and co-workers This is your host Tobias Macey and today I’m interviewing Ry Walker, CEO of Astronomer, the platform for data engineering.

Interview

Introduction How did you first get involved in the area of data management? What is Astronomer and how did it get started? Regulatory challenges of processing other people’s data What does your data pipelining architecture look like? What are the most challenging aspects of building a general purpose data management environment? What are some of the most significant sources of technical debt in your platform? Can you share some of the failures that you have encountered while architecting or building your platform and company and how you overcame them? There are certain areas of the overall data engineering workflow that are well defined and have numerous tools to choose from. What are some of the unsolved problems in data management? What are some of the most interesting or unexpected uses of your platform that you are aware of?

Contact Information

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Unlock the potential of PostgreSQL, a powerful open-source relational database system, with 'Learning PostgreSQL.' This book takes you through essential concepts of relational databases, SQL syntax, and the advanced features of PostgreSQL, equipping you to build and manage efficient database solutions. What this Book will help me do Learn the foundational concepts behind relational databases and relational algebra. Set up and configure a PostgreSQL server and client for development use. Develop SQL queries for robust data manipulation and retrieval. Implement advanced features of PostgreSQL, including procedural programming with PL/pgSQL. Integrate PostgreSQL with Java applications using JDBC and Hibernate frameworks. Author(s) The authors of 'Learning PostgreSQL,' None Juba, Achim Vannahme, and None Volkov, bring extensive experience and expertise in software development and database management. They have a deep understanding of PostgreSQL as well as its integration with applications. Their collective approach emphasizes practical techniques, real-world scenarios, and enriched learning, making this book a valuable resource for learners of all levels. Who is it for? This book is perfect for students, database developers, and administrators seeking to learn PostgreSQL. It suits beginners with no prior knowledge and helps intermediates deepen their expertise. Readers will learn how to develop, maintain, and optimize PostgreSQL databases, making it ideal for those aiming to advance their database development skills.

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Delve into the concepts and practices of PostgreSQL server-side programming with this practical and insightful guide. Learn how to extend PostgreSQL functionality through user-defined functions, various procedural languages, and effective debugging techniques. Gain a deeper understanding of PostgreSQL 9.4's features to optimize your database's capabilities. What this Book will help me do Master PostgreSQL's PL/pgSQL and other procedural languages for server-side programming. Craft powerful user-defined functions to provide database functionality specific to your needs. Explore debugging techniques and tools, including PL/pgSQL debugging extensions and NOTIFY. Scale and optimize databases effectively using tools like PL/Proxy. Leverage new features in PostgreSQL 9.4, such as event triggers, to enhance database performance. Author(s) The book is authored by experienced PostgreSQL professionals None Dar, None Krosing, and Jim Mlodgenski. Together, they bring years of expertise in database design, architecture, and development. Their combined backgrounds ensure a comprehensive and practical learning experience for readers. They aim to share practical insights and structured knowledge for database enthusiasts. Who is it for? This book is ideal for database professionals with a moderate to advanced understanding of PostgreSQL. Readers should have experience with SQL, query optimization concepts, and basic programming in languages like Python, Perl, or C. If you are aiming to enhance your knowledge of PostgreSQL in-depth capabilities and get hands-on with advanced features such as server programming and database scale optimization, this book is suitable for you.

Learning Apache Cassandra is your comprehensive guide to mastering one of the most popular distributed databases for building scalable, fault-tolerant data layers. Through step-by-step examples and clear explanations, this book will help you understand Cassandra's architecture and how to use its features to design efficient applications. What this Book will help me do Successfully install and set up Apache Cassandra in your environment. Develop highly scalable data models for various application scenarios. Implement efficient query designs using Cassandra's specialized APIs. Maintain data consistency and handle concurrent updates in distributed systems. Apply best practices for securing Cassandra deployments and managing distributed data. Author(s) None Brown is an experienced software developer with a focus on database systems and distributed architectures. With years of hands-on experience working with SQL and NoSQL databases, they bring practical insights and clear instructions to their readers. Their writing aims to demystify complex topics and provide practical learning paths. Who is it for? This book is intended for software developers and database administrators looking to expand their knowledge of distributed databases. If you are familiar with SQL databases like MySQL or PostgreSQL and want to transition to Cassandra, this guide will help you. No prior experience with distributed databases is assumed. By following this book, you'll quickly become proficient in using Cassandra for your distributed application needs.

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"PostgreSQL 9 High Availability Cookbook" is a guide for PostgreSQL DBAs and developers looking to build a robust and highly available database ecosystem. Through over 100 tested recipes, it delves into vital topics like replication, clustering, and monitoring to ensure system reliability and uptime. What this Book will help me do Set up PostgreSQL replication to enhance data availability and reliability. Implement monitoring solutions to keep your database's performance and health under check. Learn to troubleshoot common database issues to reduce downtime. Configure connection pooling to optimize resource usage and ensure better scalability. Master techniques for clustering and partitioning large datasets to handle growing system needs. Author(s) The author, Shaun Thomas, is a seasoned PostgreSQL administrator with extensive experience in database tuning, high availability solutions, and Linux system management. Shaun brings practical insights from his years of professional practice, aiming to make complex topics approachable. Who is it for? This book caters to intermediate to advanced PostgreSQL administrators and developers. If you are seeking to enhance your database's performance, reliability, and resilience, this book is for you. With its practical recipe approach, it's a great fit for those who enjoy hands-on learning. Whether you're maintaining production systems or scaling for growth, this guide is your ally.