Services
My goal is to help you acquire a wider developer-centric audience through high-quality writing. I offer two decades of data expertise blended with technical content authoring. I enjoy engaging people through genuine and practical written content.
Enhance your impact with high-quality, developer-centric content.
How Can I Help You?
Below, you find my paid services optimized for open-source data engineering.
| Service | Description |
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| Technical Blog Writing |
Crafted, developer-centric content that educates and inspires. Learn about my craft.
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| DEDP Book Sponsorship |
Sponsor a chapter in my data engineering book. Details
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The Craft of Data Engineering Writing
My philosophy and principles of great craftsmanship are to blend art and data engineering with storytelling to create impactful, evergreen content. I’m focusing on quality, long-term value, and developer-centric insights. Read the full manifesto at The Craft of Data Engineering Writing.
Free Resources
Besides the paid services, I have created a wealth of free resources throughout the last nine years if you want to follow along. Subscribe to the latest news through my newsletter, or explore the existing resources below:
- Data Engineering Blog: Insights and perspectives from 20+ years in the field.
- Data Engineering Vault: A curated network of 1000+ interconnected terms, part of my Second Brain. Explore this Digital Garden of data engineering concepts.
- Data Engineering Design Patterns Book: A living online book that evolves with your feedback. Discover how convergent evolution shapes our field and universal design patterns across the Data Engineering Lifecycle.
Also check out my free Checklist for increasing reach and enhancing your developer-centric content strategy, designed to increase your OSS products’ reach. This free download includes actionable insights, practical tips, and proven strategies from my 20+ years of experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you can’t find the answer to your questions or are thinking of another paid service, please reach out to me at simon@ssp.sh
Why Should You Get a Blog Article Written by Me?
With over 20 years in the field, I’ve written for leading organizations such as Airbyte, Towards Data Science, freeCodeCamp, and Hackernoon. Recognized as a top writer on Quora. My expertise is well-established. I’m also writing a living book on Data Engineering Design Patterns and have created the Data Engineering Vault.
I bring a unique blend of deep data engineering skills with proven writing expertise. My content is appreciated by many developers as I write from one to another. The articles educate your audience, drive traffic, and help build your brand’s credibility.
What Is Your Process for Creating Content?
Once we discuss your needs and goals, I will conduct thorough research to ensure the content is accurate and valuable. I’ll draft the content, share it for your review, and make any necessary revisions based on your feedback. This ensures the final piece aligns perfectly with your expectations.
How Long Does It Take to Complete a Blog Article?
The timeline depends on the complexity and length of the article. Typically, a basic article (2000 words) takes about 1-2 weeks, while more comprehensive pieces (3000-4000 words) may take up to 3-4 weeks. I prioritize quality and thoroughness in every piece.
What Are Your Rates?
Rates vary based on the service and scope of the project. Please reach out to me at simon@ssp.sh with details about your project for a customized quote.
Do You Offer Revisions?
Yes, I offer revisions to ensure the final content meets your expectations. The number of revisions included can be discussed based on the project scope, typically I have one round.
For any other questions, or you are interested in my service, feel free to reach out to me at simon@ssp.sh.
Do you Offer other Data Engineering Services?
The focus for now is on technical writing. However, I’m open to discussing Data Engineering Architecture Audits and workshops to bring your team up to speed. The goal is to educate and close the gaps in the data stack, starting new POCs with open-source DE tooling. This service would mainly be in Switzerland (preferred around Bern) or online. Feel free to reach out to know more.
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More Examples
Awareness building: These articles aim to educate and inform about emerging trends and technologies in data engineering.
Showcasing open-source and DE stacks: Highlighting the benefits and challenges of adopting modern data engineering stacks and tools.
- Modern Data Stack: The Struggle of Enterprise Adoption
- The Open Data Stack Distilled into Four Core Tools
Multi-part series:
Deep dive articles: Comprehensive guides and explorations of critical concepts in data engineering.
- Data Orchestration Trends: The Shift From Data Pipelines to Data Products
- Data Lake / Lakehouse Guide: Powered by Data Lake Table Formats (Delta Lake, Iceberg, Hudi)
- The Rise of the Semantic Layer
Hands-on projects: Practical, step-by-step guides to building and implementing data engineering projects.
Get my free checklist for checklists on how I increase reach and enhance developer-centric content. This free download includes actionable insights, practical tips, and proven strategies from my 20+ years of experience.