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The History of Data

Explore captivating stories from the past that shaped the digital world we live in today. From ancient methods of recordkeeping to the birth of artificial intelligence, this category dives into the evolution of data, machines, and the human quest for knowledge.

From DBAs to Analytics Engineers: The Future of Data Roles

From DBAs to Analytics Engineers: The Future of Data Roles

From DBAs to Analytics Engineers: The Future of Data Roles

Introduction: Why Data Roles Matter Over the last thirty years, the story of data has been told through its roles. From Database...

Sep 28, 20253 min read

Before Excel: The Rise (and Fall) of the First Digital Spreadsheets

Before Excel: The Rise (and Fall) of the First Digital Spreadsheets

Before Excel: The Rise (and Fall) of the First Digital Spreadsheets

The journey of digital spreadsheets is a captivating story filled with innovation, competition, and shifting technology. Before Excel...

Apr 20, 20254 min read

When Data Was Paper: The Forgotten Era of Ledgers and Filing Cabinets

When Data Was Paper: The Forgotten Era of Ledgers and Filing Cabinets

When Data Was Paper: The Forgotten Era of Ledgers and Filing Cabinets

Data management has come a long way in recent decades, shifting from a hands-on, paper-based system to a streamlined digital experience....

Apr 14, 20255 min read

ENIAC, Punch Cards & the Birth of Business Intelligence

ENIAC, Punch Cards & the Birth of Business Intelligence

ENIAC, Punch Cards & the Birth of Business Intelligence

The dawn of the computing era marked a significant turning point in our ability to process data and make informed decisions in business...

Apr 10, 20256 min read

The History of Artificial Intelligence: From Myth to Machine

The History of Artificial Intelligence: From Myth to Machine

The History of Artificial Intelligence: From Myth to Machine

The concept of artificial intelligence (AI) has captivated human imagination for centuries. From ancient legends of intelligent...

Apr 10, 20254 min read

How the Industrial Revolution Gave Birth to Modern Data Systems

How the Industrial Revolution Gave Birth to Modern Data Systems

How the Industrial Revolution Gave Birth to Modern Data Systems

The Industrial Revolution was a game-changer that transformed society, economy, and technology. From the late 18th century to the early...

Apr 9, 20254 min read

The Origins of Data – From Clay Tablets to Cloud

The Origins of Data – From Clay Tablets to Cloud

The Origins of Data – From Clay Tablets to Cloud

Did you know the first recorded data dates back to Mesopotamia in 3000 BC? In that era, data was inscribed on clay tablets, mainly for...

Apr 8, 20254 min read

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