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Database Management
Xanthe Harper

How to properly “Crosswalk” data sets

In today’s data-driven world, organizations across various domains heavily rely on analyzing and combining data from multiple sources. However, merging data sets can be a daunting task due to variations in structure, format, and semantics. To overcome these challenges, a technique called “crosswalking” is employed, allowing for seamless integration and analysis of disparate data sets. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the intricacies of crosswalking data sets, exploring its benefits, methodologies, and best practices. So, let’s embark on this journey to master the art of crosswalking! Section 1: Understanding Crosswalking 1.1 What is Crosswalking?Crosswalking refers to the process

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Hardware
Xanthe Harper

The new Mac M1 / M2 chips – when are they ready for the enterprise?

In recent years, Apple has made significant strides in developing its own custom silicon for its Mac lineup. The introduction of the M1 chip in late 2020 marked a pivotal moment in Apple’s transition away from Intel processors. The M1 chip brought impressive performance and power efficiency gains to the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and Mac mini. As the industry eagerly awaits the next iteration, namely the M2 chip, the question arises: when will these new Mac chips be ready for the enterprise? In this blog, we will explore the current state of Apple’s silicon and discuss the implications for

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AWS
Xanthe Harper

The Pros and Cons of using Step Functions in AWS

AWS Step Functions is a serverless workflow service that enables users to build, run, and manage complex distributed applications and microservices in the cloud. It provides a visual interface for creating workflows that coordinate multiple AWS services, including AWS Lambda, Amazon ECS, Amazon SQS, Amazon SNS, and others. Step Functions use state machines to define and execute workflows. A state machine is a set of states, transitions, and conditions that define the steps in a workflow. Each state represents a step in the workflow, and transitions define how the workflow moves from one state to another based on specific conditions.

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Interviews
Xanthe Harper

Data Engineer Interview Tactics

Data engineering is a rapidly growing field, with increasing demand for professionals who can manage and process data efficiently. As such, it’s becoming increasingly common for companies to ask technical questions during interviews to ensure that candidates possess the necessary skills for the job. If you’re preparing for an interview as a data engineer using Python and SQL, it’s essential to have a solid understanding of the types of questions you might be asked, as well as some strategies for answering them effectively. In this blog, we’ll cover some of the most common interview questions for data engineers and provide

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Uncategorized
Xanthe Harper

Relational vs. Non-Relational Database

Data storage and management is one of the most critical aspects of modern businesses. With the growth of internet-based applications, websites, and social media, organizations are generating vast amounts of data every day. This data needs to be stored and managed in a way that is efficient, secure, and scalable. There are two primary types of databases used to manage data: relational databases and non-relational databases. In this blog, we will compare and contrast the two types of databases and discuss their strengths and weaknesses. Relational Databases A relational database is a type of database that stores data in tables.

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Application Development
Xanthe Harper

Improving application performance

As our technology landscape continues to evolve, software applications have become a crucial part of our daily lives. From mobile apps to desktop software and web-based tools, we rely on software applications to help us get our work done, stay entertained, and stay connected to the world around us. However, as applications grow more complex and our expectations for performance continue to rise, it’s become increasingly important to optimize application performance. In this blog, we’ll take a look at some key strategies for improving application performance. Improving application performance requires a multifaceted approach that involves optimizing code and algorithms, using

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