S01 E94: Using External Tables in Snowflake

In this episode, we explore the powerful functionality of External Tables in Snowflake, which allows you to query data stored outside of Snowflake’s native storage. Learn how to configure and use External Tables to seamlessly access and analyze data residing in cloud storage solutions like Amazon S3, Azure Blob Storage, and Google Cloud Storage. We’ll cover the process of creating External Tables, defining file formats, and optimizing query performance when working with external data. Discover best practices for integrating external data sources with Snowflake’s robust query capabilities, handling data schema evolution, and ensuring data consistency. Whether you’re working with large-scale data lakes or integrating third-party data, this episode will provide you with practical insights and strategies for leveraging External Tables to enhance your data analysis and reporting.