What weāre about
Welcome to our Databricks User Group Meetup! This group is dedicated to bringing together data professionals and enthusiasts who are passionate about using Databricks to build and deploy data-driven applications at scale. Whether you are a seasoned Databricks user or just getting started with the platform, our community is here to help you learn, grow, and share your knowledge with others. We provide a platform for members to network, exchange ideas, and collaborate on projects related to Databricks, including data engineering, data science, and machine learning. Join us to discover new ways of working with data, gain insights from industry experts, and connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for Databricks.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Databricks User Group Belgium 9th Meetup (In-Person)Massive Media Ghent Office, Gent
Join us for another exciting evening filled with insightful sessions, great company, and delicious food & drinks. Whether you're a seasoned Databricks user or just curious to learn more, our meetups are the perfect place to connect, share, and grow together.
š Location:
Tinder Office
Emile Braunplein 18, 9000 Ghentš Parking:
Unfortunately, there is no parking available at the Meetup site. However, you can park at a nearby parking, and take public transport/walk to the Tinder office.š Access to Facilities:
Visitors will need to register to enter the building, please fill in your personal information in a link we will send out later.š” Schedule:
- 7:00 pm: Welcome
Doors openāgrab a drink and a bite as we get started!
- 7:30 pm ā 8:00 pm: Managing Databricks Access at Scale: Tinderās Approach by Ana Escobar, Software Engineer @Tinder.
Managing Databricks permissions at scale can be complex and time-consuming. In this session, Ana will show how Tinder automates access control for Unity Catalog, SQL warehouses, clusters, and pools using Terraform and Jenkinsāensuring security, efficiency, and scalability.
- 8:00 pm ā 8:40 pm: Simplifying ML Workflows on Databricks: From Multi to Mono-Repo for Recommender Systems by Jonathan Torres, Data & ML Engineer @Amaris.
Weāll explore how to build and deploy recommender systems using a real-world retail use case. This talk will dive into the transition to a mono-repo structure using templating and Databricks Asset Bundles, streamlining workflows for multiple teams and environments.
- 8:30 pm ā 9:30 pm: Networking & Drinks
End the night with casual drinks and great conversations!
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