Taming Data Chaos: Errors & Logs in ETL
Don't Let Errors Derail Your Data: Mastering Error Handling and Logging in ETL Pipelines ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) pipelines are the unsung heroes of data-driven businesses. They tirelessly churn through raw data, cleanse it, transform it into valuable insights, and load it into systems ready for analysis. But like any complex system, ETL pipelines are susceptible to errors. A single snag can disrupt the entire workflow, leading to inaccurate reports, delayed decision-making, and frustrated stakeholders. This is where robust error handling and logging come into play – your first line of defense against data disasters. Understanding the Landscape: Error types in ETL pipelines are diverse: connection issues, data format discrepancies, transformation failures, system outages, and even human error. Each requires...