Author: Yong Jin Lee
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The Transformative Power of Weekend Parenting
My wife recently began a new job that requires her to work every other weekend, leaving just my daughter Ahrin and me at home. While some have expressed concern about my ability to manage parenting duties along with my job, these weekends have actually been refreshing for me. I’ve discovered a sense of mental clarity. Before Ahrin Life before Ahrin was… Read more
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Three Parenting Rules I Want to Follow as A Parent
Becoming the father of a precious newborn, I have encountered numerous experiences that have led me to formulate several parenting principles and philosophies. These insights are derived from a blend of wisdom shared by my wife, our parents, and our own experiences. As the phases of my parenting journey evolve, it’s crucial for me to… Read more
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Pursuit of Canonical Data: Addressing Misconceptions
In a world where data drives numerous businesses, we aim to establish sources of truth (sometimes called canonical data) characterized by correctness and reliability. In my view, companies like Spotify, Amazon, Meta, and Google are fundamentally data companies. While their customer offerings vary, their business objective remains consistent: to connect users with what they seek.… Read more
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Embracing Simplicity: Don’t transfer stress to yourself.
In both my professional and personal life, I’ve frequently faced the challenge of addressing complex issues. My approach typically involves a deep dive into the problem, but I’ve noticed a common reluctance to address underlying causes in favor of quick fixes or shortcuts. This approach, though tempting, often fails to resolve the core issues and… Read more
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Stop Worrying About the Downturn Before It Even Happens
Lately, I’ve encountered numerous posts about layoffs and economic challenges on LinkedIn and in the news. This tide of uncertainty is unsettling, especially as I’m expecting a daughter and aim to provide her with stability and safety. Writing this blog helps me stay centered and continue with my usual routine.I’ve learned that life can unexpectedly… Read more
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Tracking Consumption History in BigQuery Tables: A Guide to Retrieving the Latest Access Date
In today’s post, I’ll share insights into tracing the consumption history of BigQuery tables. This activity isn’t just for the curious; it’s a necessary step in optimizing the data management within BigQuery and ensuring its relevance. By understanding table utilization, organizations can streamline storage and computation costs, deprecate unused data, and offer more up-to-date datasets.… Read more
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Dataform Explored: Harnessing Its Power and Addressing Opportunities for Improvements
In an earlier post, I spotlighted Dataform’s transformative capabilities, emphasizing its potential to reshape the data transformation and pipelining landscape for teams. Like all sophisticated tools, a deeper examination reveals areas where refinement could enhance the user experience. In this piece, I’ll share the challenges I’ve encountered and suggest improvements to augment Dataform’s effectiveness. Areas… Read more
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Cash Gaining Value: How I Secured an Extra $X00/Month Using My Automated Investment Strategy
Why I have a process to get more cash with my automated investments: There’s a growing sentiment that cash will gain value as the Federal Reserve continues to hike interest rates. These rises can be attributed, in part, to governmental spending decisions and political agendas. Consequently, with the Fed’s intent to retract dollars from circulation… Read more
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My Dive into MLOps: A Data Engineer’s Perspective
Yesterday, on the recommendation of a colleague/friend, I took my first step into the Machine Learning Engineering for Production (MLOps) Specialization. It wasn’t a random decision but a reflection of where I see the future of data engineering and machine learning converging. Lessons from the Past Throughout my time as a Data Engineer, I’ve tackled… Read more
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Real Estate Investing: My First Steps and Calculations
Inspired by “Rich Dad Poor Dad,” I recognized the immense potential of asset ownership, particularly through real estate. Though I cherish my day job, I’ve seen the importance of multiple tax-efficient income streams. Solely relying on a singular income isn’t sustainable for the future I envision for my family. While salary increments are welcome and… Read more