Lakehouse Meetup #2

Overview

Open Data Circle – Lakehouse Meetup #2, co-hosted with CelerData, explores how modern data platforms are evolving toward an AI-native future — as AI-driven workloads reshape expectations for storage, indexing, and real-time analytics across table formats, compute engines, and retrieval-oriented applications.

This meetup examines these shifts from three complementary perspectives:

• Architectural directions for making lakehouse systems AI-native
• StarRocks as a next-generation high-performance engine for the AI era
• Practical lessons from building RAG systems, including an AI Legal Reviewer demo

Expect concise, insight-driven sessions and opportunities to connect with peers shaping the next generation of data platforms.

Agenda

All sessions will be conducted in English; no live translation will be provided.

Session Materials

Speakers

Zhiyan Xiao

Organizer, Open Data Circle

Exploring AI-native Directions for Lakehouse

AI-native workloads are redefining expectations for lakehouse systems — requiring table formats and storage layers to support richer semantics, adaptive indexing, and tighter integration with real-time and vector-driven data.
This talk examines emerging approaches for making lakehouses AI-native, with a focus on architectural shifts happening at the table-format and data-layout layers. By recognizing patterns emerging across modern open formats and storage designs, the session highlights how these developments are opening new possibilities for more adaptive, intelligent, and future-ready data platforms.

Cheng Sun

Customer Success, CelerData

StarRocks: A Fast Data Engine for Rapid AI Development

With the rapid evolution of Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI Agents, data governance has become a core competitive differentiator for enterprises.
To meet the demanding requirements of modern AI applications, this session explores how CelerData has optimized the essential pillars of a Data Engine: real-time performance, compatibility, and scalability. We will demonstrate how StarRocks delivers a lightning-fast, unified lakehouse architecture, providing the robust data foundation necessary for the AI era.

Alec Lee

AX Full-stack Explorer / Contributor, Open Data Circle

Exploring the AI Legal Reviewer using RAG

Alec is a DX & AX (AI Transformation) Specialist who converts strategic vision into measurable execution, experienced in bridging technology and business value, managing complex projects across diverse cultures, organizations and systems.
This talk will explore an AI Legal Reviewer leveraging RAG and open-source systems to ensure contract compliance, focusing on accuracy and safety.

Organizers and Partners

Location