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Open-source data catalogs emerge as alternatives to costly commercial tools

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This article compares six open-source data catalogs as alternatives to the commercial product Atlan, which can be costly and has features locked behind enterprise tiers. OpenMetadata is highlighted as the closest open-source equivalent to Atlan, offering broad features and extensive connectors. DataHub, originating from LinkedIn, excels in programmatic extensibility and real-time lineage, suited for engineering-led teams. Amundsen, from Lyft, prioritizes data discovery with fast search capabilities, ideal for analysts seeking data quickly. AI

IMPACT Provides options for data professionals seeking alternatives to expensive commercial data cataloging solutions.

RANK_REASON This article is a comparative review of existing open-source tools, not a new release or significant industry event.

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Open-source data catalogs emerge as alternatives to costly commercial tools

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