Welcome to another episode of Big Data Talks, the podcast where we explore the transformative power of data, machine learning and artificial intelligence with leading experts from around the world. I am Jan-Willem Middelburg, your host for today. As the author of the Enterprise Big Data Framework, I am happy to guide you through these insightful conversations.

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Meet Pankaj Zanke: expert in data architecture and pipelines
Today I would like to welcome Pankaj Zanke, a seasoned expert in data pipelines and big data solutions. With extensive experience in using advanced tools such as Hadoop and Spark, as well as cloud platforms such as Azure and GCP, Pankaj excels in data warehousing, governance and machine learning. His work spans a variety of sectors, including finance, healthcare and retail.

Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Data Science and Analytics from the Georgia Institute of Technology, Pankaj has also made significant academic contributions, with research in renowned journals. As an active tech writer for platforms such as Dzone and Dataversity, his career reflects a strong commitment to advancing data science and analytics.

What to expect in this episode
Join us for an insightful discussion with Pankaj Zanke as he shares his journey from early influences to an expert in data architecture and pipeline construction. We dive into the key components and stages of data architecture, explore the challenges and solutions of data migration, and discuss best practices for maintaining data pipelines. In addition, Pankaj will share his vision on the future of data management and provide advice to aspiring data professionals.

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