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Lloyd Tabb

Founder/Former CTO - Looker & Co-creator of Malloy, Meta

Lloyd Tabb, a tech pioneer, revolutionized internet and data usage over 30 years. After working as Borland's database architect, he was Principal Engineer at Netscape during the browser wars and helped found Mozilla.org. He later founded Looker, acquired by Google in 2019, which helped define the Modern Data Stack. Now at Meta, he leads Malloy, an experimental language that reimagines SQL with coding libraries, recently transferred to the Linux Foundation. The project has expanded to support Presto, Trino, Snowflake, and other SQL dialects, while adding features like parameterized sources and visual query builders.

Lloyd Tabb

Sessions / 2025 / 1 talk

  • Building Blocks: Advanced Semantic Data Model Layering

    Data exploration is like a sophisticated Lego set, where strategic piece selection transforms understanding. This session delves into advanced semantic data modeling, revealing how reusing queries creates more powerful, intelligent building blocks that enhance comprehension for both humans and AI. Attendees will learn how to move beyond traditional tables and measures, revolutionizing their approach to data analysis and uncovering deeper insights through innovative modeling techniques.

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