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S1E7 Modern Data Stack

A modern data stack combines different tools, technologies, and processes businesses use to collect, store, analyze, and visualize data. It is designed to provide a unified and streamlined approach to data management, allowing organizations to make data-driven decisions quickly and efficiently.

The modern data stack differs from the traditional one in several ways. Traditionally, data stacks were built using a monolithic architecture that relied on expensive hardware and software licenses. These stacks were challenging to manage and slow to scale and often resulted in data silos that hindered collaboration between different teams.

On the other hand, the modern data stack is built using a modular architecture that leverages cloud computing, open-source software, and APIs. This approach allows organizations to use the best-of-breed tools for each step of the data pipeline, resulting in a more flexible, scalable, and cost-effective solution.