25-06-2024
ElitTalk: Data Science at Scale - Feature Store in Azure Databricks
In this episode of ElitTalk, we dive deep into the transformative power of Feature Store in Azure Databricks, a pivotal tool for scaling data science. Join us as we explore the current challenges in the market, including the integration of machine learning into core business processes, and the crucial role of time-to-value in ML projects. We break down the model lifecycle, highlighting the bottleneck of feature engineering, and discuss how Feature Store addresses these challenges.Our experts explain how Feature Store, introduced by industry giants like Uber, acts as a collaborative platform for managing, storing, and providing access to features. Learn how it bridges the gap between data engineers, data scientists, and ML engineers, shortening model time-to-market and ensuring consistent feature definitions across organizations.We also delve into the technical advantages of using Azure Databricks as the foundation for Feature Store, including its scalability, real-time data processing capabilities, and support for a range of programming languages. Plus, we showcase a practical implementation in the banking sector, highlighting compliance with KNF regulations, high performance, and the ease of configuring complex calculations.Whether you're a data scientist, engineer, or business leader, this episode offers valuable insights into leveraging Feature Store for efficient and scalable machine learning. Tune in to discover how you can enhance your data science workflows and achieve faster, more reliable results.