Chapter 2: The Data Lakehouse Architecture Overview
A well-thought-out architecture is the cornerstone of any robust information technology (IT) system, and a data lakehouse is no exception. The last chapter elucidated the need for a modern data analytics platform. The chapter also discussed the evolution of the data lakehouse. This chapter will focus on the critical elements of a data lakehouse.
The chapter will begin by describing the system context of a data lakehouse. Then, it will investigate the actors and systems that interact with a data lakehouse.
We will then discuss the logical architecture of a data lakehouse that consists of seven layers. The chapter will then deep-dive into various components of a data lakehouse architecture and elaborate on each element. The last section of this chapter will focus on five sacrosanct architecture principles that provide a framework for implementing a data lakehouse.
To summarize, the chapter covers the following topics:
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