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Apr 27, 2024 · Big Data

Delta Lake 3.1: New Features, Metadata Optimization, and Universal Format Overview

This article introduces Delta Lake 3.1, detailing its release background, the addition of Deletion Vector to Update and Merge commands, metadata‑driven count/min/max optimizations, the Universal Format for cross‑engine compatibility, and a comparative evaluation with Iceberg and Hudi.