SunnyDigest — Mar 2025

NEVER AS GOOD AS THE ORIGINAL? 

The data world never takes a break—and neither do we! Welcome to the second edition of SunnyDigest—because they say the sequel is never as good as the original... but we’re here to prove them wrong! We’ve packed this edition with even more of the hottest updates, industry moves, and must-read resources. Whether you're deep into Databricks, exploring new data trends, or just here for the good reads, we’ve got something fresh for you. So grab your coffee ☕, settle in, and let’s dive into this second helping of all things data!

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🧱 DATABRICKS BUZZ

Say Goodbye to SCIM Headaches!
Managing users in Databricks just got way easier. No more SCIM headaches! Access control is now a breeze, saving you time and hassle, and making life a lot simpler for admins everywhere. Who doesn’t love a smooth setup?

Clean Rooms Are Finally GA!
Data sharing without moving the data? Yup, it’s not magic—it’s Clean Rooms! Now officially GA, this feature lets you securely collaborate with external partners or internal teams without exposing sensitive data. Less risk, more reward.

LIVE Tables Get Even Better
ETL pipelines? Meet automation! LIVE Tables keep your data fresh by automatically refreshing with the latest updates. No more outdated datasets—just seamless, efficient workflows and insights that stay up-to-date.

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💥BIG BANG IN DATA

Nvidia forecasts strong first-quarter revenue of $43 billion, driven by sustained demand for its AI chips, including the new Blackwell semiconductors. Despite concerns over competition from Chinese startup DeepSeek, Nvidia's momentum continues, with its data center revenue growing 93% in Q4. While the company faces margin pressures due to the costly Blackwell ramp-up, CEO Jensen Huang remains optimistic about AI advancements. Nvidia’s growth is also bolstered by new contracts like the Stargate data center project.

📚DATABRICKS SQL: CURATED RESOURCES FROM THE EXPERT HIMSELF

Looking to level up your Databricks skills? Franco Patano, Senior Solutions Architect at Databricks, has put together a solid list of resources, including tutorials, documentation, and community forums to help you get started or go deeper.

• Databricks SQL language reference

• DBSQL Cheat Sheet

• BI reference architecture\10 best practices for SQL in DBSQL

☀️SUNNYDATA TECH INSIGHTS

🧞‍♂️ DATABRICKS GENIE: OUR EXPERIENCE & LESSONS LEARNED
Curious about how Databricks’ AI-powered Genie is reshaping data accessibility? 🚀 We put it to the test across industries—banking, energy, and more—and uncovered key lessons for making it work in the real world.

➡️ MOVING FROM IBM DB2 & DATASTAGE TO DATABRICKS
Thinking about transitioning from IBM DB2 and DataStage to Databricks? Check how we delve into the migration process, offering a comprehensive guide that covers architecture mapping, migration strategies, and best practices for modernization.

🫧 ARE WE IN AN AI BUBBLE?
Is the AI boom a transformative leap or a bubble? In our blog, Josue Bogran chats with Denny Lee from Databricks about the current AI landscape and its implications.

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