223: End-of-Year Product Trends: The Cost of Rushing Features with The Cynical Data Guy

This week on The Data Stack Show, John is joined by the Cynical Data Guy (Matt Kelliher-Gibson) as they look back on Christmas and New Year’s as they delve into the evolving data landscape. They discuss trends in AI, the year-end rush for product releases dubbed "12 days of shipments," and the dynamics between data engineers and analysts. The conversation also highlights the importance of data warehousing and open-source data formats, reflecting on the industry's shift towards more accessible and flexible data practices. The episode concludes with reflections on 2024 and hopes for continued progress in data management in this new year. Don’t miss it!