> how to make the modern data stack more intuitive? I'd start with getting people to learn relational data modeling and SQL [1][2] at a deep level. Stop reachi

> how to make the modern data stack more intuitive? I'd start with getting people to learn relational data modeling and SQL [1][2] at a deep level. Stop reaching for python and pandas/spark for every basic data manipulation task or query. Stop adding in layers of Airflow/Dagster/Prefect when a simple cron would work. Stop adding in Kubernetes/GKE/Fargate to manage the aforementioned. Stop moving data between systems constantly (meltano, airbyte, fivetran) when you already have it in a perfectly good place. Stop with the toxic positivity that's completely overflowing the modern-data world and all these bullshit VC-infused startups who are convinced they need every single element and more. 99% of business needs can be satisfied by a single Postgres/Mysql installation and a halfway-competent person armed with SQL and an understanding of normalization. Reach for Excel when you need to do more "hands-on" analysis, business modeling, charting, basic forecasting, and presentation for non-technical users. [1] https://mode.com/sql-tutorial/ https://mode.com/sql-tutorial/ [2] https://use-the-index-luke.com/ https://use-the-index-luke.com/