Apache Spark

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Apache Spark is a powerful open-source data processing engine designed for handling big data workloads. It was originally developed at the University of California, Berkeley, to improve the performance of Hadoop systems by leveraging in-memory computing. Spark supports multiple programming languages, including Java, Scala, Python, and R, making it accessible to a wide range of developers. Its versatility allows it to handle various data processing tasks such as batch processing, real-time streaming, machine learning, and graph processing within a single platform. Spark's key features include its high-speed processing capabilities, achieved through in-memory caching, and its support for multiple workloads. It offers a set of libraries like MLlib for machine learning, Spark SQL for interactive queries, and Spark Streaming for real-time analytics. Spark's scalability and fault tolerance make it suitable for large-scale data processing applications across industries. Its compatibility with various storage systems allows it to integrate seamlessly into existing data ecosystems, enhancing its utility in data science and machine learning applications.