What is in a Data Catalog? What are its capabilities?

A data catalog consists metadata, data profiling, data lineage and relationships, search & discovery, data access & security, and collaboration & social features. It is a centralized and organized repository that serves as a single source of truth for your organization’s data. It enables users to easily discover, understand, and manage data from various sources, including databases, data warehouses, and data lakes.A data catalog is especially useful when dealing with large-scale and complex data environments, and when aiming to make it accessible to both technical and non-technical users.Modern data problems require modern solutions - Try Atlan, the data catalog of choice for forward-looking data teams! ???? Book your demo todayIn this article, we will explore:What is in a data catalog?Integration capabilities of a data catalogIdeal features of a data catalogReady? Let’s dive in!Table of contentsWhat is in a data catalog?What is a data catalog tool?Understanding a data catalog’s integrati...