One of the most heard and talked about terms in IT world now is Big data. I had heard this many times but had no idea about what it is and how can it change the IT landscape. When I saw this book I was very excited and thought it will solve the puzzle. After reading the book I am happy to say that it was a good decision to buy this. However being a technologist i expected a bit more on technical front.
Thomas very precisely explains what big data is and its relevance. With so much of data being generated around us, big data seems to be the answer for generating insights from the data. Book has number of case studies providing examples on how organization are using big data and related technologies to find trends and make decision based on it.
In chapter 4 Thomas explains what type of skill set are required for organization to move into big data. Though i don't fit any of those moulds however it does gives an idea of what should one be looking for when building a big data team.
Chapter 5 on technology for big data seems to be a bit 30000ft view and does only mentions what technology products are available for big data. I had hoped to get a bit more detailed view.
To summarise this book is a stepping stone for whoever wants to understand what Big Data is and what it can deliver to your business.
Thomas very precisely explains what big data is and its relevance. With so much of data being generated around us, big data seems to be the answer for generating insights from the data. Book has number of case studies providing examples on how organization are using big data and related technologies to find trends and make decision based on it.
In chapter 4 Thomas explains what type of skill set are required for organization to move into big data. Though i don't fit any of those moulds however it does gives an idea of what should one be looking for when building a big data team.
Chapter 5 on technology for big data seems to be a bit 30000ft view and does only mentions what technology products are available for big data. I had hoped to get a bit more detailed view.
To summarise this book is a stepping stone for whoever wants to understand what Big Data is and what it can deliver to your business.
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