How Ancient Wisdom Can Transform Modern Data Practices Sun Tzu’s “The Art of War” offers timeless wisdom that transcends the battlefield, providing insights applicable to various domains, including data engineering. In this field, success is not merely about coming up with innovative ideas or implementing initial solutions. True success is measured by how effectively these […]
AI Acceleration with Pluton Bioscience If you’ve ever had to navigate a complex research process, you likely understand the challenges of sifting through vast amounts of information to find specific, valuable insights. Our partners at Pluton Biosciences have faced similar hurdles in their work. These research processes, while essential for gaining critical knowledge, can be […]
Foundational Computational Linguistics Concepts and how they relate to Language Models LLMs are all the rage, and to use them effectively as engineers and users of any kind we could benefit from thinking about them in the context of some core Natural Language Processing (NLP) concepts. At New Math Data, we’ve been building a lot […]
From Ancient Wisdom to Thriving in Modern Times Introduction In a world where ownership and control often dominate our thoughts and actions, it’s easy to forget the transient nature of our existence. We spend so much time acquiring and holding onto things that we lose sight of what truly matters. Instead of owning people, places, […]
Exploring the Intersection of Information Theory and Natural Sound Introduction In our increasingly digital world, the way we store and transmit information is becoming ever more crucial. Imagine trying to pack a suitcase with as much efficiency as possible, fitting in everything you need without wasting any space. In information theory, this idea translates into […]
Introduction After exploring how vector databases work and trying the AWS OpenSearch vector database in this blog post, the goal of this article is to experiment with a similar product from Databricks – Mosaic AI Vector Search. We will create a new Vector Search endpoint and index, load the toy dataset, try to perform similarity […]
Practical Techniques for a Balanced and Productive Workflow Introduction Productivity and efficiency are critical components of professional success. A structured and disciplined approach to managing tasks can significantly enhance both individual and team performance. The implementation of well-established productivity techniques allows for better time management, clearer prioritization, and improved focus. This article explores several proven […]
Simulating Early Molecular Processes for Educational Insights Introduction What if you could simulate the very origins of life on Earth? While we can’t rewind the clock billions of years, we can use the power of computation to model the processes that may have sparked the first living cells. At the heart of this mystery are […]
Clean Room Monitoring, VS Code Extension, and System Tables GA Introduction As organizations continue to scale their data and AI operations, effective monitoring, streamlined development, and transparent billing have become crucial for maintaining efficiency. This September, Databricks has introduced several powerful updates designed to address these needs. From the ability to track clean room usage […]
Identifying Top Talent with Focused Assessments Introduction Hiring the right AWS data engineer can often feel like a daunting task. The stakes are high, and the margin for error is slim. In this competitive field, we need more than just a résumé filled with buzzwords. We need effective code screens that can identify candidates who […]