# Joe Reis - Author of Fundamentals of Data Engineering

> Joe Reis, author of "Fundamentals of Data Engineering," shares insights on the evolving landscape of data engineering in this engaging tech talk. He discusses the importance of foundational concepts, the interplay between orchestration and AI, and the necessity of understanding data modeling amidst…

- Web page: https://www.dataexpert.io/lesson/techtalksweek1-jan2026-p735-l1934
- Program: [AnalyticsExpert](https://www.dataexpert.io/program/analytics-expert)
- Module: Tech Talks
- Access: Requires enrollment in AnalyticsExpert
- Length: 1 h 4 min video
- Skills: MLOps, Data Modeling
- Academy: DataExpert.io Academy

## About this lesson

Joe Reis, author of "Fundamentals of Data Engineering," shares insights on the evolving landscape of data engineering in this engaging tech talk. He discusses the importance of foundational concepts, the interplay between orchestration and AI, and the necessity of understanding data modeling amidst emerging technologies. This session is valuable for data engineers and aspiring professionals seeking to navigate the complexities of modern data systems and the future of AI integration in data workflows.

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