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Breakfast seminar

Data Mesh in the wild

Helsinki, November 15th, 2023
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The what, the why and the how of Data Mesh - all in one breakfast seminar

Join us for an industry breakfast seminar organized by the triad of leaders in the data domain - Thoughtworks, Ellie.ai, and Zalando. Dive deep into the intricacies of Data Mesh, its real-world applications, and how businesses are leveraging it for monumental growth. Whether you’re new to Data Mesh, or you’re already building data products across your domains, this morning is packed with informative stories to help guide you through the mesh.
The basics of data mesh - what’s it all about?

Jussi Ritola, Head of Data & AI, Thoughtworks

 

Introduced by Zhamak Deghani, the Data Mesh paradigm revolutionizes the conventional centralized data handling method, offering a decentralized alternative tailored for expansive organizations.

 

As a testament to its efficacy, several industry front-runners have already integrated this methodology into their data strategies. Dive into this session to grasp the essence of Data Mesh, discern its optimal applications, and unpack its four cornerstone principles. Join us in charting the future of data management!

Building context in the mesh - understandable domains and data products

Juha Korpela, Chief Product Officer, Ellie.ai

 

In this session, Juha delves into the complexities of cross-domain communication in the mesh, emphasizing its crucial role as domains must interpret your data products effectively.

 

Juha will present a strategy for enabling clarity across your domains, by using conceptual data models to depict the domains, as well as demonstrate the vital role of a business glossary in such an approach. Attendees can look forward to practical examples, ensuring a comprehensive grasp of the subject. Don't miss insights from Juha’s enlightening presentation on constructing context within interconnected systems.

Crafting data products: bridging metadata and discoverability

Dan Suman, Data Engineering Lead, Zalando


Venture into the intricate world of data product creation, focusing on the pivotal role of metadata. This session unveils the art and science of seamlessly integrating metadata to enhance the discoverability of your data products.

 

By understanding and harnessing this connection, participants can elevate the accessibility and utility of their data-driven solutions. Whether you're a novice or seasoned in data management, join Dan’s session to learn how to bring data products to life from a practical perspective.

Meet the speakers

Jussi Ritola, Head of Data & AI, Thoughtworks Finland

Jussi Ritola

Head of Data & AI, Thoughtworks Finland

Jussi Ritola is a data professional and leader with 10+ years experience on delivering results in various settings, ranging from government sector initiatives to a multinational business environment. He loves to connect with people on the topics of AI, ML, data engineering, and how organizations should use their data more efficiently.

 

Jussi thrives when constantly learning new things. His current interests lie in data ops team building and designing and building production-grade reinforcement learning systems.

Juha Korpela, Chief Product Officer, Ellie.ai

Juha Korpela

Chief Product Officer, Ellie.ai

Juha is one of the leading data modeling experts in the Nordics. He is a strong advocate for always staying business-driven when designing new data architectures and believes that the future of data is in the hands of business users.

 

Over the last decade, Juha has worked in multiple industries (such as manufacturing, banking, and the public sector) in a variety of high-profile data management roles. His main areas of expertise are data modeling, data warehousing, information architecture management, data mesh, and agile methodologies.

Dan Suman, Data Engineering Lead, Zalando

Dan Suman

Data Engineering Lead, Zalando

Dan is a seasoned Engineering Lead at Zalando, where he has gathered experience for the past 7.5 years. Currently working on dynamic pricing optimizations for Zalando Recommerce, he has previously worked with Zalando Digital Experience teams on ads optimizations and with Zalando Connected Retail bootstrapping new business models.

 

A big believer in Data Mesh, Dan is keen on establishing robust data quality and governance protocols. He's driven to design data products that not only rest on a bedrock of rigorous science but also deliver measurable outcomes.  

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