The Delta Table Optimization Guide: Partitioning, Z-Ordering, and Liquid Clustering

The 20% of knowledge that solves 80% of optimization decisions

If you’re building a new Databricks table or wondering whether to migrate an existing one, you’ve probably heard about Liquid Clustering. Maybe you’re already using partitioning and Z-ordering, and you’re wondering if you should switch. Or perhaps you’re starting fresh and trying to figure out which approach makes sense.

This guide will walk you through …