Gnarly Data Waves

Episode 61

January 28, 2025

10 Things to Look Forward in 2025 in the Iceberg Ecosystem

Explore how Apache Iceberg is redefining open data lakehouse technology in 2025! Join our webinar to uncover 10 key advancements, from scan planning to geospatial data support, and transform your data strategies.

Apache Iceberg is poised to continue to redefine the landscape of open data lakehouse technology in 2025, with exciting advancements set to improve efficiency, interoperability, and scalability.

This webinar will explore 10 key developments to watch, including scan planning endpoints, materialized views, native geospatial data support, and more. Join us for an insightful discussion on how Iceberg’s evolving ecosystem will transform modern data management strategies, empowering organizations to unlock the full potential of their data.

Speakers

Alex Merced

Alex Merced is a Senior Tech Evangelist for Dremio, a developer, and a seasoned instructor with a rich professional background. Having worked with companies like GenEd Systems, Crossfield Digital, CampusGuard, and General Assembly.

Alex is a co-author of the O’Reilly Book “Apache Iceberg: The Definitive Guide.” With a deep understanding of the subject matter, Alex has shared his insights as a speaker at events including Data Day Texas, OSA Con, P99Conf and Data Council.

Driven by a profound passion for technology, Alex has been instrumental in disseminating his knowledge through various platforms. His tech content can be found in blogs, videos, and his podcasts, Datanation and Web Dev 101.

Moreover, Alex Merced has made contributions to the JavaScript and Python communities by developing a range of libraries. Notable examples include SencilloDB, CoquitoJS, and dremio-simple-query, among others.