DuckLake: SQL as a Lakehouse Format

DuckLake is an innovative lakehouse format that utilizes a standard SQL database for metadata management while keeping data in open formats like Parquet. This approach simplifies lakehouse architectures by ensuring scalable, efficient, and reliable data handling with transactional guarantees. DuckLake supports advanced SQL features and provides seamless integration with various storage and compute systems, allowing users to manage metadata and data changes effectively.