About us
Spark-NYC is a community-driven group for data professionals, engineers, and enthusiasts passionate about Apache Spark and big data performance.
We focus on in-person, quarterly meetups in New York City, bringing together experts and practitioners to share insights, discuss best practices, and network.
Whether you're an experienced Spark user or just getting started, our goal is to foster meaningful connections, knowledge-sharing, and hands-on learning in a collaborative environment. Join us to engage with industry leaders, exchange ideas, and stay ahead in the evolving world of big data!
Upcoming events
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Apache Spark NYC Meetup April 2026
Location not specified yetCalling all Spark enthusiasts in NYC!
We’re excited to announce another in-person Spark meetup right here in New York City! 🎉
Join us for an evening of practical technical sessions, real-world lessons from the field, and open discussions around the Future of Data Infrastructure
Join us as we bring together top Spark experts and real-world practitioners to dive into insights, share best practices, and network with the community shaping the future of big data.
🔔 Seats are limited, RSVP soon to secure your spot!⚠️ Important
This event has limited capacity and registration is subject to approval.
Registration is only valid through this Luma page.
RSVPs via Meetup will not grant entry to the event.
Datadog requires your full name for office entry - please ensure your profile on this website includes it, or entry will not be permitted. A valid ID is also required for building access.
Agenda:
5:30 PM – Mingling, name tags, pizzas & beers
6:00 PM – Meetup talks:- Performant Interactive Queries with Distributed DataFusion - by Jayant Shrivastava (Datadog), Gene Bordegaray (Datadog) and Justin O'Dwyer (Datadog)
- Bonus Talk - Details to be announced soon.
7:30 PM – Networking and mingling
8:00 PM – Wrap it up
14 attendees
Past events
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