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In this episode of the #TrueDataOps Podcast, host Kent Graziano, the Data Warrior, interviews Armon Petrossian and Satish Jayanthi, co-founders of Coalesce.io. They discuss their backgrounds in data management and the creation of Coalesce.io, a platform focused on resolving issues in the data transformation layer with metadata-driven automation.
Armon and Satish emphasize the importance of dataops, describing it as a set of best practices from development to deployment, with a strong focus on automation to reduce errors and improve data quality. They discuss their partnership with dataops.Live and how both organizations aim to promote dataops best practices within the Snowflake ecosystem.
The conversation also covers the concept of data products, advocating for high-quality, self-service data outputs that are well-documented and reliable. They highlight the need for a unified vision and cultural alignment within organizations to implement dataops and build effective data products successfully.
 

In this episode of the TrueData Ops podcast, host Kent Graziano speaks with Carsten Bange, founder and CEO of BARC (Business Application Research Center), who shares insights into BARC's role in technology selection and data strategy, emphasizing its specialization in data and analytics. Carsten discusses the evolution and importance of data products, boosted by the data mesh concept, highlighting the necessity of continuous processes over traditional project-oriented approaches in data operations.
 The episode also explores DataOps, focusing on the challenges of operationalizing data projects and the crucial role of automation in managing data complexities and ensuring quality. Carsten also touches on the growing importance of ethical considerations in data management and the need for a robust data culture to support effective and responsible data usage. The episode ends with a look forward to the impacts of generative AI on the industry and the ongoing need for innovation in data practices.

In this episode of the #TrueDataOps podcast, host Kent Graziano talks with Santona Tuli, a physicist turned data scientist. Santona discusses her transition from analyzing nuclear collisions at CERN to her role in the tech industry, emphasizing the challenges and innovations in managing large-scale data. She explores the concept of data products and the importance of a product mindset in data operations, stressing the need to understand user needs and maintain service level agreements. The episode also covers the role of AI in automating data processes and the necessity of continuous monitoring and testing to ensure operational efficiency and reliability.

In this episode of the #TrueDataOps Podcast, host Kent Graziano, also known as The Data Warrior, is joined by Dr. Jennifer Daniell Belissent, the principal data strategist at Snowflake. This episode takes us through Jennifer's intriguing journey from econometrics to her significant role in shaping data strategy at Snowflake. Also, delves into the critical importance of a solid data foundation for successful AI initiatives, highlighting the motto "no AI strategy without a data strategy." Explore the concept of data products, their significance, and the shift in mindset required for organizations to create and utilize these assets effectively. The discussion also touches upon the crucial role of governance in fostering collaboration and innovation in the data space, enabling organizations to unlock the true value of their data securely. Furthermore, insights into the rapid evolution of AI, the democratization of AI technologies, and the importance of data diversity and responsible AI practices are shared, providing a comprehensive overview of the current state and future of data and AI.

In this episode of the #TrueDataOps Podcast, host Kent Graziano and guest Raphael Rager delve into the intricacies of Agile methodologies in business intelligence (BI) and data management. Raphael, an author, and Agile BI coach shares his journey and insights on the challenges of formulating clear BI requirements and the necessity of adapting Agile practices specifically for BI projects. They discuss the importance of automation, the concept of data products, and the analogy of a data production line to streamline processes.
The conversation highlights the critical role of trust in data quality, advocating for automated data testing and monitoring as essential for maintaining user trust in data products. Raphael's experiences underline the continuous learning and adaptation needed in Agile BI to meet changing requirements and ensure the delivery of high-quality data solutions.