What is a Data Catalog?#

Data catalogs ingest metadata from across databases, tracking schema definitions, ownership, descriptions, and lineage to democratize self-service analytics safely.

Everyday Analogy#

The computerized search terminal at a university central library directing students to the exact floor, aisle, and shelf of any archived manuscript.

Practical Applications#

  • Discovering trustworthy analytical tables across thousands of internal databases
  • Auditing PII data compliance for GDPR and financial regulations