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Data Engineering, AI, and Career Growth

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Data Engineering Central Podcast
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Mar 3, 2026
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Summary

In this episode of the Data Engineering Central Podcast , I sit down with Yuki ( Yuki Kakegawa ) to talk about his journey into tech, the tools and platforms he’s worked with, and where he thinks data engineering and AI are headed next. We cover: • How Yuki got into tech • Early career lessons and pivots • Tools and technologies he’s worked with over the years • How data engineering has evolved • The impact of AI on software development • What engineers should focus on right now • Advice for those building their careers in data Yuki shares practical insights on navigating the industry, staying adaptable, and thinking long-term about your technical growth. If you’re a data engineer, aspiring engineer, or just interested in where AI and modern software are going, this one’s for you. Yuki writes on … LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/yukikakegawa/ https://yukikakegawa.me/#blog Thanks for reading Data Engineering Central! This post is public so feel free to share it. 🔔 Subscribe for more interviews with leaders in data engineering, AI, and modern data platforms. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dataengineeringcentral.substack.com/subscribe