Plumbers of Data Science

Nov 04 2024 118 ep. 30 mins 304
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Data Engineering is the plumbing of data science. Almost invisible, but super important and a big mess when done wrong. We talk about interesting Data Engineering trends and topics. I also train Data Engineering in my Data Engineering Academy at LearnDataEngineering.com

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#29 Recruiting is harder than I thought

Nov 04 2024 10 mins  
In this episode of the Plumbers of Data Science podcast, I dive into the challenges of recruiting today, from overwhelming job application volumes to reaching out directly to recruiters. I’m testing new strategies to make the process smoother for everyone involved, focusing on fresh job listings and fostering connections with hiring managers who need skilled engineers. My goal? T

#28 Freelancing as a Data Engineer - Hero Talk with the "Seattle Data Guy" Ben Rogojan

Oct 25 2024 54 mins  
In this Hero Talk episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Ben Rogojan, better known as the "Seattle Data Guy." Ben is a data engineer, YouTuber, and freelancer with a background at Facebook. He's become a go-to expert on freelancing for engineers, particularly in the data space. We dive into Ben's journey from being a full-time engineer to making the switch to freelancing, how

#27 We Are Starting a Recruiting Service!

Oct 18 2024 11 mins  
In this episode of the Plumbers of Data Science podcast, I'm sharing some exciting updates about the future of Learn Data Engineering and a big new service we’re launching—recruiting! I explain how this new offering will help engineers find their next career move while connecting companies with top talent. Tune in to hear more about how the Academy, Coaching, and now recruiting

#26 Data Modeling is F***ing Easy!

Sep 23 2024 6 mins  
In this episode of the Plumbers of Data Science podcast, I’m sharing my thoughts on why data modeling isn’t as complicated as people make it out to be. You hear about courses and tutorials that stretch for hours—but is it really that hard? I’ll break down the two main things you need to focus on when modeling data and explain why, once you’ve got those down, the rest fall

#25 His Career Started With a Bootcamp & Now He Helps Others Succeed - Hero Talk w/ Mezue Obi-Eyis

Sep 20 2024 39 mins  
In this Hero Talk episode, I talk with Mezue, a seasoned Data Engineer with expertise in Azure Databricks Data Engineering. We cover his journey from Electrical Engineering to Data Engineering and discuss the key skills, like Python, SQL, and Spark, that are essential in the field. Mezue also shares his experience running an Azure Databricks bootcamp and offers advice on how to br

#24 Dirty Data & Data Cleaning - Hero Talk with "The Classification Guru" Susan Walsh

Sep 16 2024 48 mins  
In this Hero Talk episode, I chat with Susan Walsh, the “Classification Guru,” known for her expertise in cleaning and classifying messy data. We dive into her unexpected journey into the data world, starting with a spend analytics job, and how that led to her founding her own business focused on dirty data. Susan shares the unique challenges businesses face with poor data qual

#23 A Deep Dive Into APIs, IoT, and Data Storage - Hero Talk with Paolo Lulli

Sep 09 2024 34 mins  
In this Hero Talk episode, I sit down with Paolo Lulli, an experienced Data Engineer, to explore some of the core challenges and decisions in API development and data management. We dive deep into the debate between serverless infrastructure versus traditional servers, discussing the pros and cons of both approaches, particularly in the context of scalability, cost, and maintenance

#22 Why testing data pipelines can be so challenging - and how to tackle it

Sep 06 2024 18 mins  
In this episode of the Plumbers of Data Science podcast, I’m diving into why testing can be so challenging for data engineers. The inspiration for this topic actually came from one of my recent Coaching sessions, where the question of test-driven development (TDD) came up during a Q&A. It stuck with me, so I thought it would be a great topic to dive deeper into. I’ll explai

#21 Is This the Synthetic Data Revolution?! Hero Talk with Mario Scriminaci from Mostly AI

Sep 02 2024 46 mins  
In this Hero Talk episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of synthetic data, a critical tool for development, testing, and training Machine Learning models. Joining me is Mario Scriminaci, Chief Product Officer at Mostly AI, who shares his expertise on how synthetic data can revolutionize the way we handle sensitive information, particularly in the context of privacy regul

#20 Bootcamps vs Coaching

Aug 30 2024 25 mins  
In this episode of the Plumbers of Data Science podcast, I’m diving into the debate between bootcamps and coaching programs, especially for those looking to advance in Data Engineering. I’ll break down the pros and cons of each approach - from the structured, intensive nature of bootcamps to the personalized, flexible support of coaching, I’ll share insights to help you choos