Tag: Apache Iceberg

All the articles with the tag "Apache Iceberg".

• 4 MIN READ•Aug 26, 2025

  Using Iceberg Metadata Tables to Determine When Compaction Is Needed

  Discover how to use Apache Iceberg's metadata tables to proactively detect small files, bloated manifests, and table fragmentation - so you can trigger compaction only when it's needed.

  Apache IcebergMetadata TablesTable Optimization
• 4 MIN READ•Aug 19, 2025

  Designing the Ideal Cadence for Compaction and Snapshot Expiration

  Learn how to design an effective schedule for compaction and snapshot expiration in Apache Iceberg to balance cost, performance, and data freshness.

  Apache IcebergTable OptimizationCompaction
• 4 MIN READ•Aug 12, 2025

  Avoiding Metadata Bloat with Snapshot Expiration and Rewriting Manifests

  Learn how to prevent and clean up metadata bloat in Apache Iceberg by expiring snapshots and rewriting manifests for better performance and manageability.

  Apache IcebergMetadata OptimizationSnapshot Expiration