A deep dive into big data as a DevOps data expert

Big data refers to extremely large, complex, and diverse datasets that are generated at a high velocity and require advanced tools and techniques to process and analyze effectively. The amount of data being generated by businesses, organizations, and individuals is increasing exponentially, and this data can come from a variety of sources, including sensors, social media, and mobile devices.

The key characteristics of big data are commonly referred to as the 3Vs – volume, velocity, and variety:

• Volume: Big data involves extremely large datasets, often in the petabyte or even exabyte range. These datasets can include both structured and unstructured data.
• Velocity: Big data is generated at a high velocity, meaning that it is constantly being created and updated in real time. This requires tools and techniques that can handle the fast pace of data ingestion and processing.
• Variety: Big data includes a variety...