Magda

Federated open-source data catalog for big and small data.

EstablishedOpen SourceLow lock-in

Pricing

See website

Flat rate

Adoption

Stable

License

Open Source

Data freshness

Overview

What is Magda?

Magda is a federated, open-source data catalog designed to manage both large-scale and smaller datasets efficiently. It provides tools for discovering, managing, and sharing data across different environments.

Key differentiator

Magda stands out as a federated, open-source solution for managing diverse datasets across multiple environments, offering flexibility and scalability.

Capability profile

Strength Radar

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Honest assessment

Strengths & Weaknesses

↑ Strengths

Federated data cataloging across multiple environments

Support for both big and small datasets

Open-source with Apache-2.0 license

Fit analysis

Who is it for?

✓ Best for

Organizations needing a federated approach to manage diverse datasets

Teams that require open-source solutions with flexible licensing terms

✕ Not a fit for

Projects requiring real-time data streaming capabilities

Small projects where self-hosting is not feasible or preferred

Cost structure

Pricing

Free Tier

None

Starts at

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Model

Flat rate

Enterprise

None

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Next step

Get Started with Magda

Step-by-step setup guide with code examples and common gotchas.

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