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kdb+ is the only tool I've come across that solidly managed to outperform data.table for data processing. I have huge respect for good Q programmers
by ryndbfsrw 6y ago
kdb+ is the only tool I've come across that solidly managed to outperform data.table for data processing. I have huge respect for good Q programmers
- bitcharmer 6y agoLikewise. A good kdb dev is a very rare and intelligent beast, hats off. I'm just too stupid to be able to comprehend much of Kx's ideas and so R was just much more appealing to me.
- anonu 6y agoIn my experience even bad Q programmers can outperform. The language and underlying engine is pretty efficient...