Guide to Starting or Joining Your Local Apache Iceberg Community

Apache Iceberg is an open-source table format that enables "Open Lakehouses." These are data lakehouses (data warehouses built around your data lake storage) that leverage open source technologies to avoid vendor lock-in and maximize flexibility.

The role of Apache Iceberg in data lakehouses continues to grow, making it increasingly crucial to cultivate local networks of Apache Iceberg expertise.

The Online Community

The Apache Iceberg community is active online with primary communications channels including:

• The Apache Iceberg Slack Workspace
• The Apache Iceberg Dev Mailing List

You can find information on how to join these platforms on the official Apache Iceberg website.

Additionally, there are many unofficial online resources such as:

• The Apache Iceberg Workshops LinkedIn Page
• The Apache Iceberg Engineering Reddit

In-Person Meetups

Interest in in-person Apache Iceberg meetups is growing. These events provide opportunities to network with other users and learn about Iceberg concepts, usage, and best practices. Here are some tips for starting a local group:

Join your local #meetup channel within the Apache Iceberg Slack workspace. These channels are prefixed with #meetup, such as:

#meetup-seattle
#meetup-atlanta
#meetup-austin
#meetup-chicago
#meetup-boston
#meetup-orlando
#meetup-nyc
#meetup-sanjose
        

In these channels, you can connect with local enthusiasts and promote community events.

Additionally, to host your meetup without incurring costs, consider using:

North American Community Run Apache Iceberg Meetups

To have your event listed, simply email the event details to alex@alexmerced.io.

Conclusion

It's an exciting time to be part of the Apache Iceberg community. These resources can help you get involved and make the most of your experience.