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In our previous posts, we explored why Apache Airflow remains a preferred choice and introduced some of its modern competitors. Now, let's directly compare these tools to help you decide when and why to choose Airflow in 2024. 📌Airflow vs Dagster 🔵When to Choose Airflow🔵: Opt for Airflow if you need a proven, stable solution with a strong community and extensive integrations. It’s ideal for organizations with established data platforms and those requiring complex workflow orchestration. 📌Airflow vs Prefect 🔵When to Choose Airflow🔵: Airflow is suitable for teams needing a versatile tool that integrates well with existing systems and supports complex workflows. 📌Airflow vs Mage 🔵When to Choose Airflow🔵: Choose Airflow if you need a tool with proven best practices and extensive external system integrations, especially for large-scale operations. 🔎 In conclusion, while modern tools like Dagster, Prefect, and Mage offer unique advantages, Apache Airflow continues to stand strong in 2024 due to its flexibility, strong community support, and proven track record in orchestrating complex workflows. 🔴When Not to Choose Airflow🔴: 🔶Specialized Pipelines: If your pipelines require specialized features that are better supported by Dagster, Prefect, or Mage, such as real-time event handling or asset management. 🔶Operational Costs: Consider the total cost of ownership, including the complexity of setup and maintenance. Tools like Prefect and Mage might offer lower operational overhead for certain use cases. Be sure to check out our webinar on workflow automation, featuring the power of DoubleCloud Managed Apache Airflow, for more use cases and to see our product in action: https://lnkd.in/dJdPz7Pw #DataEngineering #Airflow #Dagster #Mage #Prefect

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