Databricks: The Unified AI Platform for Big Data and Machine Learning
Introduction In today's data-driven world, organizations face the challenge of managing vast amounts of data while leveraging it for actionable insights and innovative AI applications. Databricks, founded in 2013 by the creators of Apache Spark, has emerged as a leading cloud-based platform that unifies big data processing, machine learning, and artificial intelligence (AI) within a single, scalable framework. Built on the innovative lakehouse architecture, Databricks combines the flexibility of data lakes with the governance and performance of data warehouses, offering a robust solution for enterprises aiming to harness data and AI at scale. This chapter explores the core components, capabilities, and transformative potential of Databricks as the unified AI platform for big data and machine learning. The Databricks Data Intelligence Platform The Databricks Data Intelligence Platform is designed to democratize data and AI, enabling organizations to manage, analyze, and operati...