Articles by Xudo
Data engineering, BI strategy,
and how to think about data.
Writing by Wouter Trappers — independent data engineering consultant based in Gent, Belgium.
QlikView to Qlik Cloud Migration: A Practitioner's Guide
What actually happens when you migrate a large QlikView environment to Qlik Cloud. Architecture decisions, CDC pipelines, data layer design, and lessons learned.
The Dataflow Framework: How Data Moves From Boardroom to Dashboard and Back
A practitioner's framework for understanding how data flows through your organization — from business strategy through source systems and warehouses to dashboards and back.
From Gut Feeling to Policy: How Onafhankelijk Leven Learned to Leverage Data
How non-profit Onafhankelijk Leven went from gut feeling to data-driven policy with KPI dashboards and BI coaching by Xudo.
From initial setup to professional data architecture in 2 days
Xudo professionalized Enter Digital's data pipeline into a medallion architecture in BigQuery with Looker Studio dashboards — in just 2 days.
AI in Software Development: Brainrot or Evolution?
Is AI the death of programming, or the next logical layer of abstraction? An analysis of how AI increases cognitive bandwidth, with a practical example.
Data Culture: The Context for Successful Data Projects
Technology is only half the battle. Discover why a culture of empowerment and accountability is essential for data project success.
How to Align Your Data Strategy with Business Strategy
Data strategy should never exist in isolation. Learn how to align your data initiatives with your business objectives for maximum ROI.
Surfing the Waves of Innovation
Discover how the mindset of a surfer and the analytical rigor of a philosopher translate into successful data innovation and business intelligence.
When Do You Need a Data Warehouse?
If you're drowning in manual spreadsheets and conflicting numbers, it might be time for a data warehouse. Learn the signs and the benefits.
The Chicken or the Egg: Investing in Data for a System That Will Soon Be Replaced?
Your system will be replaced soon. Should you invest in data now or wait? A practical approach that accepts rework but extracts value from it.
Navigating the Gartner Magic Quadrant for BI
How to interpret the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant and choose the right BI platform for your data maturity — beyond just picking a Leader.
The Observer is Central: Why Philosophy Matters for Data
Data without philosophy is just noise. Learn how philosophical principles can protect your BI investments and ensure strategic clarity.