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Mar 6, 2024 · Big Data

Building Data Systems with Apache Arrow: Architecture, Memory Format, and Execution

The article explains how Apache Arrow’s columnar, cross‑language in‑memory format enables high‑performance, interoperable data systems—replacing traditional row‑oriented databases—by supporting dynamic schemas, zero‑copy data exchange, efficient indexing, Acero‑based query execution, and Flight/ADBC connectivity, while offering practical guidance and highlighting challenges.