Best Alteryx Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 192: Celebrating 10 Years of Learning and Growth with the Alteryx Community 24:23

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11d ago24:23

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Celebrate a decade of innovation, learning, and connection in the Alteryx Community! In this special 10th anniversary episode of Alter Everything, we hear from you as we explore the stories and milestones that have defined the Alteryx Community over the past ten years. Hear firsthand accounts from users like you (maybe even you reading this) whose …

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260: Return of the Dodds: APIs, Automation, and the Art of Data Team Survival 50:33

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This week on The Data Stack Show, the crew welcomes Eric Dodds back to the show as they dive into the realities of integrating AI and large language models into data team workflows. Eric, Matt and John discuss the promise and pitfalls of AI-driven automation, the persistent challenges of working with APIs, and the evolution from big data tools to A…

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259: AI is All About Working with Data with Kostas Pardalis of typedef 1:02:17

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This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric and John welcome back Kostas Pardalis, long-time co-host of the Data Stack Show and now Co-Founder of typedef. The group discusses the rapid evolution of AI and data infrastructure. The conversation also explores how AI is accelerating industry change, the challenges of integrating large language models (LLMs)…

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The PRQL: He’s Back! How typedef is Changing Data Workflows with Kostas Pardalis 3:35

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In this bonus episode, Eric and John welcome back longtime co-host of the Data Stack Show Kostas Pardalis to talk through all things AI and his co-founding of typedef. The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power…

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258: Confidently Wrong: Why AI Needs Tools (and So Do We) 35:18

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This week on The Data Stack Show, John and Matt dive into the latest trends in AI, discussing the evolution of GPT models, the role of tools in reducing hallucinations, and the ongoing debate between data warehouses and agent-based approaches. They also explore the complexities of risk-taking in data teams, drawing lessons from Nate Silver’s book o…

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The PRQL: Hallucinations, Tools, and Data Wars: Inside the Minds of Data Pros 3:40

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In this bonus episode, John and Matt preview their upcoming conversation about trends in AI, the evolution of GPT modes and the ongoing debate between data warehouses and agent-based approaches. The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data ever…

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257: Data Tools, Templates, and the Trouble with “Easy” Solutions with the Cynical Data Guy 41:29

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This week on The Data Stack Show, John and Matt bring you another edition of the Cynical Data Guy. John and Matt dive into the evolution of customer data infrastructure, the growing influence of low-code tools like Clay, and the blurred lines around the “engineer” title in modern data roles. They also discuss the trade-offs between SaaS adoption an…

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191: Data Hot Topics with DataFramed 39:25

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Join us in a discussion with Richie Cotton, Senior Data Evangelist at DataCamp and host of the DataFramed podcast, for a special crossover episode exploring the hottest topics in data science, analytics, and artificial intelligence! Don’t miss the full video of this conversation on YouTube! Discover whether AI will reduce the need to learn coding, …

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The PRQL: Simplicity, SaaS, and the Art of Data Engineering with the Cynical Data Guy 2:19

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In this bonus episode, John and Matt preview the next installment of the Cynical Data Guy. The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to …

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256: The Rise of the Citizen Developer: Solving Business Problems with Alteryx and AI with Andy MacMillan 50:06

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This week on The Data Stack Show, Brooks and John chat with Andy MacMillan, CEO of Alteryx. Andy discusses the evolving landscape of data and AI, focusing on empowering business users to solve complex problems. He explores the concept of "citizen developers" and how tools like Alteryx can bridge the gap between IT and business teams by democratizin…

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The PRQL: Cloud Platforms, AI, and the Future of Business Analytics with Andy MacMillan of Alteryx 2:06

1M ago2:06

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In this bonus episode, Brooks and John preview their upcoming conversation with Andy MacMillan of Alteryx. The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week…

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255: When Dashboards Lie: Unpacking the Myths of Self-Service Analytics with the Cynical Data Guy 31:12

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This week on The Data Stack Show, John and Matt bring you another edition of the Cynical Data Guy. John and Matt dive into the quirky world of data analytics, exploring common challenges like unrealistic data requests, the limitations of self-service BI, and the evolving role of data analysts. They also discuss the importance of understanding busin…

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190: Alteryx Use Cases in the Tax Industry 26:33

1M ago26:33

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Unlock the power of Alteryx for tax professionals in this insightful episode of Alter Everything! Join us in an interview with Adrian Steller, Director of Tax Technology at Ryan, to explore how Alteryx revolutionizes tax processes, automates data workflows, and enhances efficiency for tax teams. Discover real-world Alteryx use cases in VAT complian…

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The PRQL: Self-Service BI: Why Dashboards Collect Dust with the Cynical Data Guy 3:57

1M ago3:57

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In this bonus episode, John and Matt preview the next edition of the Cynical Data Guy. The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to data…

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254: Context is King: Building Intelligent AI Analytics Platforms with Paul Blankley of Zenlytic 42:10

2M ago42:10

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This week on The Data Stack Show, John chats with Paul Blankley, Founder and CTO of Zenlytic, live from Denver! Paul and John discuss the rapid evolution of AI in business intelligence, highlighting how AI is transforming data analysis and decision-making. Paul also explores the potential of AI as an "employee" that can handle complex analytical ta…

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The PRQL: Breaking Down BI: How AI is Rewriting the Rules with Paul Blankley of Zenlytic 4:06

2M ago4:06

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In this bonus episode, John previews the upcoming conversation with Paul Blankley of Zenlytic. The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk…

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253: Why Traditional Data Pipelines Are Broken (And How to Fix Them) with Ruben Burdin of Stacksync 58:37

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This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric and welcomes back Ruben Burdin, Founder and CEO of Stacksync as they together dismantle the myths surrounding zero-copy ETL and traditional data integration methods. Ruben reveals the complex challenges of two-way syncing between enterprise systems like Salesforce, HubSpot, and NetSuite, highlighting how exist…

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189: Racing to Success in the Alteryx Grand Prix 22:40

2M ago22:40

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In this episode of Alter Everything, we chat with Owen Coyle, a technical consultant at Bulien and the 2025 Alteryx Grand Prix champion! Owen shares his journey into using Alteryx, experiences competing in the Grand Prix, and advice for future competitors. We also talk with Owen about the excitement of the Alteryx Grand Prix, preparation strategies…

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The PRQL: Zero Copy ETL: Myth vs Reality with Ruben Burdin of Stacksync 3:34

2M ago3:34

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In this bonus episode, Eric and John preview their upcoming conversation with Ruben Burdin of Stacksync. The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, …

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252: What the Heck is Happening in Data Right Now with the Cynical Data Guy 42:19

2M ago42:19

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This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric and John welcome back Matt Kelliher-Gibson for another edition of the Cynical Data Guy. The group explores the current state of data engineering and team dynamics while critically examining the evolving landscape of analytics engineering, dissecting the hype around the modern data stack and its tools. The conv…

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The PRQL: Data Engineering in 2025: Tooling, Headcount, and Survival Strategies with the Cynical Data Guy 2:18

2M ago2:18

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The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and ma…

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251: Data Teams at the Crossroads: Proving Value in a Changing Business Landscape with Ben Rogojan 52:35

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Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Technical Freelancer Academy & Consulting Community (1:21) Evolution of Data Teams and Technology (2:52) Data Team Growth and Output vs. Outcome (4:47) Internal Optimization vs. Client-Facing Data Work (7:23) Audience, Delivery Mechanisms, and Actionability (12:40) Proving ROI and Prioritizing Work …

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188: Bridging the Gap Between Data and Impact 29:04

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In this episode of Alter Everything, we chat with Alex Patrushev, Head of Product at Nebius. We discuss the gaps organizations face between data and business impact, strategies to bridge these gaps, and the role of AI in these processes. Alex explains Nebius' mission to make AI accessible, the challenges of building data centers and software from s…

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The PRQL: Beyond Dashboards: Selling Data Value to the Business with Ben Rogojan 2:35

2M ago2:35

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The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and ma…

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250: The Chat Interface Debate: Is Text Really the Future? 24:15

2M ago24:15

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Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Dashboard vs. Chatbot Discussion (1:40) The Future of Chat Interfaces (3:03) Vibe Revenue Concept (6:36) AI's Early Days Compared to the Internet (10:14) OpenAI and Hardware Collaboration (13:09) Challenges of Hardware Development (16:20) Productivity in Programming Languages (18:18) Critique of 'La…

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249: Quacking Through Data: Duckdb's Emerging Ecosystem 19:20

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This week on The Data Stack Show, John Wessel and Matt Kelliher-Gibson dive into the recent Duck Lake announcement, exploring the evolving landscape of data analytics technologies. They discuss DuckDB's role as a lightweight, local analytics database and its potential as a caching layer for open table formats like Iceberg. The conversation also hig…

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187: How Alteryx Helped Me Land a New Job 24:39

3M ago24:39

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In this episode of Alter Everything, we chat with Paula Maddox, self-service analytics manager at Truist. Paula shares how Alteryx revolutionized her career, enabling her to automate Excel tasks and save significant time for her company! She highlights the importance of storytelling, Alteryx Certifications, and continuous learning in advancing an a…

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248: AI and BI: The Future of Data Analytics with Michael Driscoll of Rill Data 47:51

3M ago47:51

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This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric and John welcome Michael Driscoll, Co-Founder and CEO of Rill Data. Mike discusses the transformative impact of AI on business intelligence (BI) and data analytics. He also explores the shift from traditional dashboard-based tools to more dynamic, code-driven, and AI-powered interfaces that provide deeper insi…

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The PRQL: The Metrics-First Approach: Transforming How We Understand Data with Michael Driscoll of Rill Data 2:06

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The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and ma…

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247: Consulting Firms, AI Strategies, and the $100K Question with the Cynical Data Guy 31:22

3M ago31:22

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Highlights from this week’s conversation include: The Cynical Data Guy Returns (1:11) Klarna's AI Shift (2:08) Sensational Headlines in Tech (4:31) Impact of AI on Jobs (8:19) Cost of AI Strategy (10:21) Consulting Strategies and Company Differentiation (12:26) Brand Recognition in Consulting (14:48) Critique of Outsourcing Thought (17:10) Future o…

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186: Harnessing the Power of LLMs with Alteryx and Capitalize 28:51

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In this episode of Alter Everything, we chat with Eric Soden and JT Morris from Alteryx partner Capitalize about the practical applications and limitations of generative AI. They discuss ideal use cases for large language models, the importance of balancing generative AI with traditional analytics techniques, and strategies for scaling AI capabilit…

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The PRQL: Cynical Data Guy: Unpacking Tech's Latest Hype Cycles 3:06

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The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and ma…

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246: AI, Abstractions, and the Future of Data Engineering with Pete Hunt of Dagster 48:59

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Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Pete's Background and Journey in Data (1:36) Evolution of Data Practices (3:02) Integration Challenges with Acquired Companies (5:13) Trust and Safety as a Service (8:12) Transition to Dagster (11:26) Value Creation in Networking (14:42) Observability in Data Pipelines (18:44) The Era of Big Complex…

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The PRQL: Breaking Down Silos: Collaborative Data Engineering in the AI Era with Pete Hunt of Dagster 3:20

3M ago3:20

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The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it’s needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and ma…

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245: The Future of Data: Postgres, Iceberg, and Operational Analytics with Pranav Aurora of Mooncake Labs 44:05

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Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Pranav’s Background and Journey in Data (1:10) Backstory of Mooncake Labs (2:05) PostgreSQL as a Force (4:47) Curiosity in Product Management (7:33) Challenges with Iceberg (11:12) Go-to-Market Strategy (13:52) Building Community Engagement (15:56) Importance of Feedback (18:26) AI Integration in Mo…

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The PRQL: Zero to One: Navigating the Challenges of a Data Infrastructure Startup 1:48

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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 …

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185: Using AI for Clinical Trial Design 21:33

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In this episode of Alter Everything, we chat with Patrick Leung, CTO of Faro Health, about the innovative ways his company is using generative AI to revolutionize the clinical trial process. They discuss handling unstructured data, insights generated by AI to optimize trials, and significant cost savings in the pharmaceutical space! Not sure what a…

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244: Postgres to ClickHouse: Simplifying the Modern Data Stack with Aaron Katz & Sai Krishna Srirampur 34:51

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Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Background of ClickHouse (1:14) PostgreSQL Data Replication Tool (3:19) Emerging Technologies Observations (7:25) Observability and Market Dynamics (11:26) Product Development Challenges (12:39) Challenges with PostgreSQL Performance (15:30) Philosophy of Open Source (18:01) Open Source Advantages (…

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The PRQL: Data Migration Made Easy: Postgres, ClickHouse, and the Future of Analytics with Aaron Katz and Sai Krishna Srirampur 5:47

4M ago5:47

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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 …

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243: The Data Economy: Turning Information into a Tradable Commodity with Viktor Kessler of Vakamo 34:26

4M ago34:26

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Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Viktor's Background and Journey in Data (1:20) Evolution of Data Architecture (4:41) The Lakehouse Concept (7:12) Open Source Innovation (11:05) Data Production and Decentralization (15:06) Governance in Decentralized Systems (18:53) Data Economy and Monetization (21:15) Security Concerns in Data Pr…

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The PRQL: Governance, Flexibility, and the Future of Enterprise Data with Viktor Kessler of Vakamo 2:11

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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 …

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242: The Data Convergence: How Operational and Analytical Data Are Merging with Ruben Burdin of Stacksync 36:14

4M ago36:14

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Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Ruben's Background (1:14) Defining Operational Data (5:20) The Convergence of Operational and Analytical Data (10:53) Evolution from Data Warehousing to Fulfillment Centers (13:19) Challenges of API Integration (18:25) Understanding Data Complexity (22:18) Database vs. API Calls (25:32) Real-Time Da…

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The PRQL: Two-Way Sync: The Future of Database Communication with Ruben Burdin of Stacksync 2:12

4M ago2:12

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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 …

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241: Marketing Meets Data: Measuring Impact and Driving Results with Pedram Navid of Dagster Labs 38:42

4M ago38:42

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Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Pedram’s Background and Journey in Data (1:13) Marketing vs. Data Engineering (2:30) Understanding Marketing Pressures (4:16) Attribution Models and Accountability (8:13) Balancing Marketing and Team Management (12:25) Introduction to Dagster Components (15:00) AI Integration with Data Engineering (…

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The PRQL: Shifting Gears: From Code to Marketing in the Data World with Pedram Navid of Dagster Labs 1:40

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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 …

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240: Data Council Insights from a Waymo: Postgres and the Future of the Data Stack 18:20

4M ago18:20

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Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Recording from a Waymo (0:54) Future of Data Technology (2:45) AI Integration in Data Work (4:20) Speeding Up Data Experiences (5:29) Snapshot Conversations with Founders (9:52) Diversity of Perspectives on Postgres (12:37) Cultural Significance of Database Mascots (14:09) Incubation and Success of …

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184: Mastering Data Careers 25:46

4M ago25:46

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In this episode of Alter Everything, we chat with Avery Smith, founder of Data Career Jumpstart and host of the Data Career Podcast. Tune in as we discuss Avery's journey from a chemical lab technician to a data analyst, his unique SPN method for breaking into data careers, and practical advice on learning skills, building portfolios, and networkin…

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The PRQL: Data Council Debrief 4:18

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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 …

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239: How AI is Transforming Product Development with Thomas Kuckoff, Senior Product Manager at Omron Automation 57:16

4M ago57:16

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Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Introduction of Panelists (2:15) Understanding Product Development (4:42) Three Stages of Product Development (7:53) Collaboration Across Teams (11:20) Understanding Customer Pain Points (12:31) Designers, Explainers, and Sustainers Framework (15:17) AI in Product Development (18:09) Using AI Respon…

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183: Getting Real Business Value from AI 33:12

5M ago33:12

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This week on Alter Everything, we chat with Scott Jones and Treyson Marks from DCG Analytics about the history and misconceptions of AI, the importance of data quality, and how Alteryx can serve as a powerful tool for pre-processing AI data. Topics of this episode include the role of humans in auditing AI outputs and the critical need for curated d…