Data People Etc.

Data People Etc. explores the complex interplay between data management, organizational culture, and technology's impact on society. It discusses metadata, data engineering efficiency, the philosophical aspects of the internet, and the role of data professionals in shaping organizational truth and efficiency through insights, product sketches, and industry advancements.

Data Management Organizational Culture Technology and Society Metadata Data Engineering Internet Philosophy Product Development Career Development

The hottest Substack posts of Data People Etc.

And their main takeaways

How to Feed a Data Professional

71 implied HN points • 08 Feb 22
  1. Snacktime is an experience full of possibilities, different from mealtime's mundane reality.
  2. Everyone loves a good data snack, but a shallow snacktime data culture is limiting for growth.
  3. Data professionals need a balanced diet of tasks that connect them to the bigger picture, not just data snacks.

Welcome to Data People Etc.

35 implied HN points • 31 Dec 21
  1. The newsletter focuses on data-related topics but also covers related subjects like people and literature.
  2. Stephen Bailey, a data professional, writes the newsletter.
  3. To subscribe to the newsletter, click below!

The reading apocalypse, protocol fiction, etc.

0 implied HN points • 04 Nov 24
📚 Literature Fiction Reading Writing Publishing Storytelling
  1. Many kids today are missing out on classic books, which is worrying. Reading habits are changing, and it's important to encourage children to engage with literature.
  2. Protocol fiction can explore themes of technology and creativity, like in the story about an artist and her AI assistant. It raises questions about how technology influences our work and connections.
  3. Balancing personal life, work, and friendships is tough. It’s often a choice between two out of three, and it's good to be okay with that limitation.