#251 The New Toolkit For CDOs with Adrian Estala, VP, Field Chief Data Officer at Starburst

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Oct 11, 2024

Adrian Estala, VP and Field Chief Data Officer at Starburst, is a guru in digital transformation and data mesh strategies. He discusses the modern data stack's agility and sustainability, emphasizing the need for collaboration between data and business teams. Adrian highlights the significance of 'data products' for enhancing decision-making and user engagement. He also dives into the role of metadata in improving data quality and trust. Finally, he addresses the evolving skill sets required for data practitioners to navigate this complex landscape.

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Whiteboard Sessions

Adrian Estala uses whiteboard sessions to map data usage with business teams, revealing inefficiencies and duplication.
This process helps illustrate the value of data products as a solution.

INSIGHT

Data Product Types

Data products can be physical models or code-based queries.
Code-based products offer greater agility for iteration and customization.

ANECDOTE

SQL vs. GenAI

Adrian Estala's experience shows that teaching business teams SQL is not always practical.
Instead, using GenAI to translate natural language questions into SQL queries can be more effective.

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