Quacking Efficiently: Exploring DuckDB Integration and Performance in R

Join us for an engaging session where we delve into the world of DuckDB, a high-performance, in-process SQL OLAP database management system. This talk will explore how to seamlessly integrate DuckDB with R and harness its power for efficient data processing and analysis. We will cover the basics of DuckDB, demonstrate its integration with R, and showcase performance benchmarks comparing it to traditional databases. Whether you're a data analyst, scientist, or enthusiast, this talk will provide valuable insights into optimizing your data workflows with DuckDB. Come ready to quack up your efficiency!

There will be refreshments and networking from 18h00.

Agenda
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* Meeting start at 18h30
* 18h30 - 18h40 Handre Williams with Welcome and News
* 18h45 - 19h55 Luis de Sousa with Quacking Efficiently - Exploring DuckDB Integration and Performance in R
* Meeting finish at 20h00

Details
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When: 13th August 2024 @ 18h30 to 20h00 (GMT+2)
Where: Microsoft Campus in Bryanston, South Africa
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/4ffcC3N6T7S2
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