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Data Automation

Data Automation Engineer: Skills, Workflow, and Business Impact

Explore the role of a Data Automation Engineer: mastering automation to streamline data pipelines and drive high-impact business results.

Jon Osborn

August 24, 2023

Data Automation

Automated Data Pipelines: What You Need to Know

Explore the significance of automated data pipelines in modern business. Learn their components, benefits, and how they transform data engineering by enhancing efficiency, precision, and adaptability.

Paul Lacey

August 22, 2023

Data Engineering 101

Why You Shouldn’t Use Notebooks for Production Data Pipelines

Explore why Notebooks, while powerful for prototyping, may not be ideal for production data pipelines and discover robust alternatives.

Jon Osborn

August 18, 2023

Data Engineering 101

Rapid Start to Data Team Success

Discover the traits of successful data teams and learn how to navigate common challenges to become a data-driven powerhouse.

Alex White

August 16, 2023

Data Automation, The Ascend Platform

The Ultimate Fivetran Alternative: A Football-Inspired Approach to Data Management

Explore Fivetran alternatives by diving into a football-inspired approach. Go beyond basic ingestion to a holistic data management strategy.

Elesh Mistry

August 15, 2023

Data Automation, The Ascend Platform

Startup Data Team Spotlight: Why Brazen Chose Build over Buy

Explore the critical choices startups face in managing data operations, from company and technical constraints to the build vs. buy dilemma.

Paul Lacey

August 10, 2023

Data Engineering 101

Data Pipeline Architecture: Understanding What Works Best for You

Delve into data pipeline architecture types and get actionable guidance on choosing the best fit for your business.

Michael Leppitsch

July 28, 2023

Data Mesh

Data Mesh Implementation: Your Blueprint for a Successful Launch

Kick-start your data mesh implementation with our hands-on guide. Stop overthinking, start acting, and harness the power of data mesh effectively.

Jon Osborn

July 19, 2023

Data Mesh

The Top 3 Data Mesh Challenges — and How to Solve Them

Discover the top 3 data mesh challenges and effective strategies to overcome them for successful data mesh implementation.

Jon Osborn

July 17, 2023

Data Mesh

Is Your Company Ready to Graduate from Data as a Product to Data Mesh?

Explore the transformative journey from data product to data mesh, its benefits, and assess your business's readiness for this change.

Paul Lacey

July 5, 2023

The Ascend Platform

Ascending with MotherDuck

Discover how to deliver data directly to the MotherDuck analytics platform with Ascend's intelligent data pipeline automation.

Jon Saltzman

June 22, 2023

Data Mesh, Impact Engineering

Beyond Technology: Organizational Changes Needed for Data Mesh Adoption

Explore the pivotal organizational changes necessary for successful implementation of the data mesh model in your business.

Sean Knapp

June 22, 2023

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