Rise, Fall and Re-Rise of the Semantic Layer - Evolution and Future of Data Management

Explore a 32-minute lecture examining the evolution and significance of semantic layers in data management, delivered by David Krakov, CEO & Co-Founder of Honeydew. Delve into the challenges of maintaining data accuracy and accessibility in modern organizations, from the early days of SAP Business Objects through the cloud revolution. Learn about the limitations of ETL and catalogs, discover how companies like Airbnb and Uber developed "Metric Store" solutions, and understand the emergence of new semantic layer tools like dbt metrics and Looker/Malloy. Gain insights into practical approaches for managing data semantics, current industry practices across different data teams, and explore future trends in semantic layer development. Drawing from his experience as a former co-founder of Verada, Krakov provides valuable perspectives on bridging the gap between the ideal of perfect data accessibility and the practical challenges of data management.