Foundational concepts

Foundational concepts#

Start here to learn the core ideas that underpin the Analytics Accelerator. This level is designed for those new to modern analytics concepts, or those seeking a refresher.

What you will learn#

  • Fundamental concepts of data warehouses, data lakes, and lakehouse architectures

  • Columnar storage and vectorized query engines

  • Open table formats: Apache Iceberg and Delta Lake

  • The EDB Analytics Accelerator vision and core architecture

  • The value of separating storage and compute for analytics

Before you begin#

Suggested learning path#

  1. Analytics Accelerator generic concepts

  2. Analytics Accelerator concepts

  3. Understanding Apache Iceberg with EDB solutions (section link — to be provided)

  4. Understanding Delta Lake with EDB solutions (section link — to be provided)

Next steps#

Once you’ve completed 101, continue with:

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