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Why Your Ideas Die in Planning Meetings

The silence that kills good ideas One morning, I sat in yet another meeting where we just spent two weeks backfilling a table then we found it was riddled with issues with the data. Even if we resolve the issue, it would then be another 2 weeks to backfill the data, there has to be a better way. “So, what do we think? Give me your best ideas for tackling this.”

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 Read
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Your First 90 Days as a Data Engineer: A Strategic Guide

Introduction Landing your first data engineering role—or starting at a new company—is both exhilarating and daunting. After navigating multiple interviews and accepting an offer, you’ve finally arrived at your desk with a new laptop and company swag (if your lucky). Even now, after solving countless problems ranging from minor bugs to enterprise-scale data challenges, I still occasionally feel that flutter of uncertainty in my stomach, when starting a new role. What if I don’t know what I’m doing? What if I make a mistake?

Sunday, February 23, 2025 Read
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Enhance Workplace Relationships

Introduction: A Tale of Two Tribes and the Modern Workplace Imagine a serene summer camp in the rugged heart of Robbers Cave State Park, Oklahoma, 1954. Two groups of boys, unaware of each other’s existence, are about to embark on an adventure that mirrors the timeless tale of rivalry and reconciliation—a story that still resonates in the corridors of contemporary workplaces. The Robbers Cave Experiment, conducted by social psychologist Muzafer Sherif, is not just a fascinating study on group dynamics; it’s a blueprint for understanding and enhancing cooperation in any setting where diverse minds meet. This experiment beautifully illustrates how perceived differences can dissolve into unity, given the right conditions and shared objectives.

Saturday, April 6, 2024 Read
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Mastering Data Engineering: Insights and Best Practices

Introduction I have been working with Data for a bit over 17 years now, I have seen it evolve from its nascent stages to a cornerstone of the tech industry. The journey has been nothing short of revolutionary, impacting businesses and society at large. The evolution and the role of a data engineer have expanded, requiring not just technical skills, but a deep understanding of business, security, and the human element within technology.

Saturday, March 30, 2024 Read