
🎙️ Dumky de Wilde: Analytics Engineer at Xebia In this podcast episode, the host welcomes Dumky, an analytics engineer from Amsterdam and co-author of Fundamentals of Analytics Engineering. Dumky shares his journey in the data world, discussing his background, experiences, and the evolving landscape of analytics engineering. This special "Hot Takes" edition dives into bold opinions on SQL, modern data tooling, and the role of analytics professionals in an ever-changing industry. During the episode, we explore common misconceptions in analytics, the challenges of working with modern data stacks, and the relevance of SQL in an AI-driven world. Dumky emphasizes the importance of software engineering principles in analytics, the need for critical thinking in data work, and how professionals can adapt to new technologies. Whether you're an experienced data practitioner or just starting, this episode offers thought-provoking insights and practical takeaways.