Building Data Products

Jean-Georges Perrin (JGP) is a distinguished leader in the data community, renowned for his expertise in modern data architecture and strategy. As a Principal Architect at Expedia, he shapes enterprise data solutions, leveraging over 25 years of experience in IT, including leadership roles at PayPal. A prolific author, JGP has written influential books such as *Implementing Data Mesh* (O'Reilly) and *Spark in Action, 2nd Edition* (Manning), sharing his deep knowledge through writing, speaking engagements, and his blog. Beyond his professional roles, JGP's impact extends to industry advocacy and standardization. He has been an IBM Champion for 16 consecutive years and holds prestigious titles such as PayPal Champion and Data Mesh MVP. As Chair of the Linux Foundation's Bitol project and President of the AIDA User Group, he drives innovation in data governance and interoperability, leading initiatives like the Open Data Contract Standard (ODCS). His extensive contributions to thought leadership, community building, and enterprise data architecture make him a foremost authority on data products.