#15 - Dumky de Wilde - Hot Takes Special

30/01/2025 1h 5min

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Episode Synopsis

🎙️ ⁠Dumky de Wilde: Analytics Engineer at Xebia

In this podcast episode, the host welcomes Dumky, an analytics engineer
from Amsterdam and co-author of Fundamentals of Analytics Engineering.
Dumky shares his journey in the data world, discussing his background,
experiences, and the evolving landscape of analytics engineering. This
special "Hot Takes" edition dives into bold opinions on SQL, modern data
tooling, and the role of analytics professionals in an ever-changing
industry.

During the episode, we explore common misconceptions in analytics, the
challenges of working with modern data stacks, and the relevance of SQL
in an AI-driven world. Dumky emphasizes the importance of software
engineering principles in analytics, the need for critical thinking in
data work, and how professionals can adapt to new technologies. Whether
you're an experienced data practitioner or just starting, this episode
offers thought-provoking insights and practical takeaways.