Best Imply Data Podcasts (2025)

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US‑China Competition: Col. Gregory on Law & Military Culture 42:51

5d ago42:51

42:51

In this episode of Inside West Point: Ideas that Impact, we welcome Colonel John Gregory, Deputy Head of the West Point Department of English and World Languages. Colonel Gregory shares his extensive background, including his roles at West Point, his education, and his experiences in Taiwan and China. Ever wondered how studying 18th‑century Chinese…

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Mentorship Matters: Unlocking Leadership Potential in Military and Business 55:36

1M ago55:36

55:36

Welcome to another episode of Inside West Point: Ideas That Impact podcast. Join Brigadier General Shane Reeves, Dean of the United States Military Academy at West Point, as he hosts an all-star panel discussion exploring the crucial topics of mentorship and leadership across the military and business. Featuring insights from notable professionals…

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Leadership, Resilience, and Legacy with West Point’s Lacrosse's Coach Joe Alberici 46:38

2M ago46:38

46:38

In this episode of Inside West Point: Ideas that Impact, we sit down with Army Lacrosse Coach Joe Alberici as he discusses his 20-year tenure at West Point, the remarkable successes of the lacrosse program, the connection between excellence on the field and excellence in the classroom, and his philosophy on leadership and resilience. Coach Alberici…

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Leadership & Technology on the Battlefield with General (Ret.) Scott Miller 48:25

4M ago48:25

48:25

This episode of Inside West Point: Ideas that Impact features Retired General Scott Miller, a West Point Class of 1983 graduate and West Point Combating Terrorism Center Class of 1987 Senior Fellow. General Miller discusses his nearly 40-year career, including key assignments and achievements. Topics covered include how sports prepared him for mili…

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Leadership Lessons from West Point: Season 3 Launch with BG Shane Reeves 27:24

4M ago27:24

27:24

Join us for an exclusive episode of Inside West Point: Ideas That Impact, where the show’s executive producer, Major Renee Sanjuan, puts the show host, West Point Dean Brigadier General Shane Reeves, in the spotlight as the guest. In this unique conversation, Reeves reflects on the evolution of the podcast, the power of storytelling, and the invalu…

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The Future of Technology in Warfare with Mr. Elon Musk 41:26

5M ago41:26

41:26

Kicking off Season 3, join us for an enlightening fireside chat* on Inside West Point: Ideas that Impact with visionary entrepreneur Elon Musk. In this episode, Musk explores the intersection of advanced technology and modern warfare, focusing on the role of AI and drones in transforming the battlefield. He shares his insights on innovation, the ex…

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Druid Summit 2024 special! A recap with #DataFemme host Danielle DiKayo and Imply's Larissa Klitzke 39:00

5M ago39:00

39:00

Held in October 2024, Druid Summit brought Apache Druid® community contributors at companies including Netflix, Salesforce, Atlassian, Imply, Roblox and more together to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and best practices across the Druid community. The summit explored user experience design, operations and optimization techniques, and lakeho…

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Leadership on the Emerging Battlefield: A Fireside Chat with Retired General Raymond Thomas 48:34

6M ago48:34

48:34

Join us for an enlightening fireside chat on Inside West Point: Ideas that Impact, with Retired General Raymond A. 'Tony' Thomas III, one of this generation's most experienced combat and military leaders. Thomas shares his reflections on leadership, historical lessons, and the future of warfare, particularly focusing on AI and unmanned capabilities…

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Bridging Human and Machine through Data Science with Colonel David Beskow 44:34

8M ago44:34

44:34

Join us in this episode of Inside West Point: Ideas that Impact, where we welcome Colonel David Beskow, Academy Professor in the Department of Systems Engineering. COL Beskow discusses his extensive experience and insights on bridging the gap between humans and machines using data science, particularly in cyber, intelligence, and special operations…

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Exploring Space and Modern Warfare with Lt. Col. Will Koch 46:04

8M ago46:04

46:04

In this episode of Inside West Point: Ideas that Impact, Lt. Col. Will Koch, Program Director for the Space Science Program at West Point, discusses the critical role of space in modern warfare. He shares his extensive experience from serving in Iraq to working with NASA on the SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft. Koch highlights the challenges soldiers …

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Navigating Leadership in the Age of AI with Colonel Mayer 51:44

9M ago51:44

51:44

In this episode of Inside West Point: Ideas that Impact, Colonel Chris Mayer from the Department of Law and Philosophy at West Point discusses the importance of balancing technical competence with human skills in the age of AI. Mayer shares his extensive military and academic background, highlighting his work in integrating future force capabilitie…

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APIs, Analytics, and Apache Druid: How Kong Delivers API Observability and Insights with Hiroshi Fukada 20:15

10M ago20:15

20:15

On this episode, we explore how Kong, a cloud-native API gateway, leverages Apache Druid for real-time data processing and analytics in their platform, Kong Konnect. Hiroshi Fukada, Staff Software Engineer at Kong, shares his insights on managing customer data through Kong Gateway and transitioning to Imply's managed Druid services to simplify thei…

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The Impact of STEM Outreach with Professor Lori Sheetz 42:54

11M ago42:54

42:54

In this episode of Inside West Point: Ideas That Impact, we explore the influential work of Professor Lori Sheetz, an assistant professor in the Department of Mathematical Sciences and the Director of West Point’s Center for Leader Development in STEM (CLD STEM). With a rich background in geophysics and education, Lori has been instrumental in deve…

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Apache Druid News! Druid 30.0 is Live and Druid Summit 2024 Announced with Hugh Evans and Will Xu 37:44

11M ago37:44

37:44

On this episode, we are joined by special co-host Hugh Evans and returning guest Will Xu as we announce Druid Summit 2024 and dive into Druid 30.0's new features and enhancements. Improvements include better ingestion for Amazon Kinesis and Apache Kafka, enhanced support for Delta Lake, and advanced integrations with Google Cloud Storage and Azure …

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Insights and Airwaves: How Global Delivers Ad Data Freshness with Apache Druid with Miguel Rodrigues 18:57

11M ago18:57

18:57

On this episode, we’re diving into digital ad spend and real-time data with Miguel Rodrigues, Head of Engineering at British media company Global. We’ll discuss their use of Apache Druid to enhance real-time analytics for their digital advertising platform and get the details on their transition from traditional databases to Druid, which added the …

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Bonus Episode: Warrior Ethos and the Future of Warfare with Ret. LT. Gen. H.R. McMaster 1:00:03

12M ago1:00:03

1:00:03

In this bonus episode of “Inside West Point: Ideas That Impact” podcast, tune in for a fireside chat featuring the twenty-fifth assistant to the US president for the Department of National Security Affairs, Retired Lieutenant General H.R. McMaster. You will hear a riveting fireside chat discussion in front of over 1,000 cadets at West Point on the …

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Crisis Leadership and Information Warfare with General (Ret.) Vince Brooks 44:47

1y ago44:47

44:47

In this episode of  Inside West Point: Ideas that Impact, Retired General Vincent Brooks, currently serving as the Department of Behavioral Science and Leadership's Class of 51 Chair for the Study of Leadership at West Point, shares his extensive experiences and thoughts on leadership, innovation, and solving complex problems. The discussion covers…

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How Finix is Leaning Into Real-Time data with Apache Druid and Imply Polaris with Ross Morrow 36:51

1y ago36:51

36:51

On this episode, we are joined by Ross Morrow, a Software Engineer at Finix, the payment processor working to create the most accessible financial services ecosystem in history. Finix’s B2B payments platform is designed for flexibility and scalability, streamlining financial transactions for businesses and delivering a truly customer-centric experi…

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Building Cross-Cultural Competence Through Language and Cultural Immersion with Col. John Baskerville 57:26

1y ago57:26

57:26

This episode of Inside West Point: Ideas that Impact, features an in-depth conversation with Colonel John Baskerville, head of the West Point Department of Foreign Languages, discussing the vital role of foreign language and cultural competence in military education and leader development. Baskerville highlights his extensive background in military…

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Securing the “Crown Jewels”: A Journey through Druid Database Security with Carrell Jackson 31:02

1y ago31:02

31:02

On this episode, we’re going all in on cybersecurity! Helping us with what critical aspects of security you need to focus on when building analytics applications is Carrell Jackson, CISO at Imply. We’ll discuss the importance of protecting sensitive data by implementing role-based access control and encryption and hear about best practices for secu…

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Innovation and Tradition: Dr. Jon Malinowski's Perspective on West Point's Historical Landscape 42:28

1y ago42:28

42:28

In this episode of Inside West Point: Ideas That Impact, explore the fascinating intersection of history, innovation, and geography at West Point with Dr. Jon Malinowski. With nearly 30 years of experience as a senior civilian faculty member, Dr. Malinowski shares valuable insights into understanding the past through a fresh lens and leveraging mod…

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Inside Apache Druid 29.0: Getting up to Speed on Druid’s Performance, Ecosystem, and SQL Compliance with Sergio Ferragut 22:34

1y ago22:34

22:34

On this episode, we explore Apache Druid 29.0, focusing on three specific themes: performance, ecosystem, and SQL compliance. Discover new features such as EARLIEST / LATEST support for numerical columns, system fields ingestion, and enhanced array support like UNNEST and JSON_QUERY_ARRAY. In addition, get the full scoop on community-contributed ex…

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Next-Gen Battery Technology: The Role of Leadership in Scientific Breakthroughs at West Point with Dr. Enoch Nagelli 39:03

1+ y ago39:03

39:03

In this episode of Inside West Point: Ideas That Impact, Dr. Enoch Nagelli from the Department of Chemistry and Life Science at West Point discusses his research on building renewable energy using nanomaterials and innovative battery designs. He discusses his exploration of flow batteries, his work with the Department of Defense, and his partnershi…

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Character Development at West Point: Insights from Dr. Peterson 55:53

1+ y ago55:53

55:53

In this episode, Dr. Jeff Peterson and Brig. Gen. Reeves discuss the crucial role of character development at West Point. They introduce an upcoming transformation of the Academic Program—the integration of 5 mandatory courses from throughout a cadet’s four years that focus on different components of character development. In particular, they explo…

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Season 2 Kickoff: Connecting Ideas and Education 11:29

1+ y ago11:29

11:29

In the Season 2 launch of "Inside West Point: Ideas That Impact," Dean Brigadier General Shane Reeves and Major Renée Sanjuán delve into the transformative journey ahead. Reflecting on the success of Season 1, the Dean expresses gratitude for the overwhelming support from listeners and the enlightening conversations with West Point's scholarly mind…

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A Year in Review: Apache Druid's 2023 Highlights with Peter Marshall 26:29

1+ y ago26:29

26:29

In this special episode of Tales at Scale - this is our final episode of our first season! - Peter Marshall, Director of Developer Relations at Imply joins the show to discuss the highlights of 2023 for Apache Druid. We dive into the significant feature releases and enhancements that have transformed Druid over the past year, including the SQL stan…

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From ANSI SQL Support to Multi-topic Kafka Ingestion: What's New in Apache Druid 28 with Will Xu 25:46

1+ y ago25:46

25:46

On this episode, we dive into Apache Druid 28. This latest Druid release includes improved ANSI SQL and Apache Calcite support, the addition of window functions as an experimental feature, async queries and query from deep storage going GA, array enhancements, multi-topic Apache Kafka ingestion, and so much more! Will Xu, program manager at Imply r…

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Bonus Episode: Inspiring Innovation with Superintendent LTG Gilland and Dean BG Reeves 57:00

1+ y ago57:00

57:00

In this bonus episode, the West Point Superintendent LTG Steve Gilland and Dean BG Shane Reeves join forces on the West Point Association of Graduates Broadcasting Network Podcast. During their conversation, they use their experiences in the operational Army and at West Point to discuss the complexities of innovating, including how innovation eleva…

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Druid and Joins Debunked! with Sergio Ferragut and Hellmar Becker 15:41

1+ y ago15:41

15:41

On this episode, we debunk the myth that Druid can't do joins. Druid doesn't function as a traditional relational database because it was purpose-built for lightning-fast queries on large datasets. However, this doesn't mean Druid is entirely devoid of join capabilities – it simply approaches them differently. Our myth-busting team features returni…

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Powering the Future: Electrifying the U.S. Army's Tactical Fleet with Dr. Todd Davidson 42:01

1+ y ago42:01

42:01

In this episode, we delve into the complexities of electrifying the U.S. Army's tactical fleet and installation resilience. Dr. Todd Davidson, an expert in sustainable infrastructure and energy systems, shares his insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with transitioning military vehicles to electric power. He discusses the impor…

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Scaling with Speed: How Atlassian's Confluence Big Data Platform Team Delivers Customer-Facing Insights with Apache Druid with Gautam Jethwani and Kasirajan Selladurai Selvakumari 16:24

1+ y ago16:24

16:24

On this episode, we explore how Atlassian leverages Apache Druid's capabilities to handle millions of daily events and empower users with intelligent data-driven features. We’re joined by Gautam Jethwani and Kasirajan Selladurai Selvakumari from the Confluence Big Data Platform Team who will talk through how they use Druid to power intelligent feat…

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Retaining Good Talent Through Inspiring Leadership: A Discussion with Colonel Everett Spain 44:54

1+ y ago44:54

44:54

Join us for another episode of Inside West Point: Ideas That Impact. In this episode, we speak with Colonel Everett Spain about leadership studies and inspiring leaders’ impact the on talent development. We discuss Spain's research on leader evaluations and retention patterns, highlighting the importance of creating a positive culture. We also touc…

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Fraud Fighters: How Apache Druid and Imply help Ibotta combat fraud with faster anomaly detection with Jaylyn Stoesz 32:27

1+ y ago32:27

32:27

When it comes to fraud detection, initial detection is key, but so is the ability to quickly dissect and address the problem to minimize losses. This means access to real-time data is paramount. The only way to combat fraud in the digital age is to fight fire with fire…automation with automation. In this episode, we’re joined by Jaylyn Stoesz, Staf…

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All things Apache Druid 27.0: From deep storage queries to new visualization with Will Xu 27:34

2y ago27:34

27:34

We’re back again with another Druid release! Here we are at Apache Druid 27.0, thanks to the dedication of the Druid Community. This release was made possible by over 350 commits & 46 contributors. Will Xu, Product Manager at Imply joins the show to discuss new features like Smart Segment Loading, a new mechanism for managing data files as the data…

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Decoding Data Literacy: Perspectives from Colonel Nicholas Clark 32:01

2y ago32:01

32:01

Join us for another episode of Inside West Point: Ideas That Impact. In this episode, Colonel Nicholas Clark and West Point Dean Brigadier General Shane Reeves explore the pivotal role of data-driven decisions in the military and. Clark sheds light on the inception of the Center for Data Analysis and Statistics, his creation of a data literacy prog…

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Orb and Apache Druid: Building customer trust through data correctness with Kshitij Grover 27:04

2y ago27:04

27:04

Real-time data has many applications but one place where it’s extremely valuable is with usage tracking, billing, and generating reports. Ensuring the freshness and availability of this data is not only essential for financial success but also for establishing a more challenging aspect—trust. That's precisely why Orb chose Apache Druid and Imply as…

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Confluent, Kafka, Druid, and Flink: The Future of Streaming Data with Kai Waehner 32:22

2y ago32:22

32:22

Apache Kafka® is a streaming platform that can handle large-scale, real-time data streams reliably. It’s used for real-time data pipelines, event sourcing, log aggregation, stream processing, and building analytics applications. Apache® Druid is a database designed to provide fast, interactive, and scalable analytics on time-series and event-based …

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Artificial Intelligence on the Modern Battlefield - Exploring Interdisciplinary Efforts with Colonel Chris Korpela and Professor Hitoshi Nasu 41:49

2y ago41:49

41:49

Join the conversation as we delve into the future of autonomous weapons, bringing together two experts from different fields to explore the potential benefits, risks, and ethical considerations surrounding this rapidly advancing technology. Professor Hitoshi Nasu, Professor of Law and expert on international security law, the law of armed conflict,…

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Driving Innovation with Open Standards: How Voltron Data is Shaping the Data Ecosystem with Apache Arrow and Ibis with Josh Patterson 34:16

2y ago34:16

34:16

Today's show is all about the world of big data and open source projects, and we've got a real gem to share with you—Voltron Data! They're on a mission to revolutionize the data analytics industry through open standards. To unleash the untapped potential in data, Voltron Data uses cutting-edge tech and provides top-notch support services, with a sp…

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How Apache Druid Revolutionized Digital Turbine’s Analytics Infrastructure with Lioz Nudel and Alon Edelman 21:24

2y ago21:24

21:24

Who better to talk about the real-world usage of Apache Druid than Digital Turbine, a leading mobile growth and monetization platform? The folks at DT go way back with Druid. On this episode Lioz Nudel, Engineering Group Manager at Digital Turbine and Alon Edelman, Data Architect at Digital Turbine discuss how Druid has significantly improved their…

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The Black History Project at West Point with Lieutenant Colonel Rory McGovern 42:26

2y ago42:26

42:26

Welcome to another episode of Inside West Point, Ideas That Impact! In this episode, West Point Dean Brigadier General Shane Reeves and Lieutenant Colonel Rory McGovern explore the importance of studying history in shaping strategic thinkers, especially within the military and national security sectors. They discuss stories McGovern uncovered throu…

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Decoding Emotions: Leveraging ChatGPT and Apache Druid for Sentiment Analysis with Rick Jacobs 19:19

2y ago19:19

19:19

Whether you're a data engineer, data scientist, technology enthusiast, or just a person on the Internet, you’ve heard about ChatGPT. But did you know there are some great use cases for it that work with Apache Druid? Druid and ChatGPT are two cutting-edge technologies that are revolutionizing the world of real-time analytics and natural language pr…

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Druid Operator: Simplifying the management of Apache Druid in Kubernetes with Adheip Singh 15:41

2y ago15:41

15:41

Deploying and configuring Apache Druid manually in a Kubernetes environment can be complex and time-consuming. But it doesn’t have to be. Enter Druid Operator, a tool specifically designed for managing Apache Druid deployments in a Kubernetes environment. Adheip Singh, founder of DataInfra and contributor to Druid Operator, walks us through the ben…

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Apache Druid 26.0: Breaking Down Druid's Latest Release with Vadim Ogievetsky 30:49

2y ago30:49

30:49

Breaking news! Apache Druid 26.0 is now available! Druid 26.0 has a few key features including schema auto discovery and shuffle JOINs but that’s not all. On this episode, we’re joined by Vadim Ogievetsky, Apache Druid PMC, co-founder of Imply and one of the very first Druid users, to talk through what’s new and why it’s cool. Special thanks to the…

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The Dynamic Duo: Apache Druid and Kubernetes with Yoav Nordmann 29:06

2y ago29:06

29:06

Kubernetes, an open-source container orchestration platform, has been making waves in the Apache Druid community. It makes sense - using Druid with Kubernetes can help you build a more scalable, flexible, and resilient data analytics infrastructure. Yoav Nordmann, Tech Lead and Architect at Tikal Knowledge shares why Kubernetes is so hot right now …

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From Literature to Warfare: The Importance of Education with Dr. Elizabeth Samet 40:11

2y ago40:11

40:11

Welcome to another episode of “Inside West Point: Ideas That Impact” with Brigadier General Shane Reeves. In this engaging interview, Dr. Elizabeth Samet, a professor of English at West Point and author of "Looking for the Good War: American Amnesia and the Violent Pursuit of Happiness," explores the myths and realities of World War II. With their …

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Documenting Apache Druid Experiments with Hellmar Becker 20:23

2y ago20:23

20:23

Working on/with Apache Druid is one thing, but talking about it is another. On today’s episode, we get tips and tricks for writing about your technical projects from Hellmar Becker, Apache Druid blogger and sales engineer at Imply. Spoiler alert: It doesn't have to be War and Peace. Learn how to get started with your own blog, the value of document…

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The World of Operational Visibility with Will To 45:02

2y ago45:02

45:02

One of Apache Druid's top use cases is operational visibility, which involves monitoring, understanding, and optimizing systems in real time. If that sounds a little boring, you’re in for a treat. We talk about what you need to get started and then dive into some really interesting use cases for operational visibility across industries. Listen to l…

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Mobile Laser Project: Developing High-Energy Lasers for the Battlefield with Colonel John Hartke 29:18

2y ago29:18

29:18

Welcome to another episode of “Inside West Point: Ideas That Impact” with Brigadier General Shane Reeves. In this episode, we sit down with Colonel John Hartke, Head of the Department of Physics and Nuclear Engineering and leading Photonics expert, to discuss the Mobile Laser Project, an interdisciplinary research project being worked on by cadets …

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Speed, Scale, and Streaming: Building Analytics Applications with Darin Briskman 27:59

2y ago27:59

27:59

What is an analytics application? We state at the top of every show that they’re different from BI tools but so far, we haven’t said why. It’s time we break it all down. Darin Briskman, Director of Technology at Imply and author of the O'Reilly report Building Real Time Analytics Applications: Operational Workflows with Apache Druid, joins us to ta…

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