Semantic Layer vs. Data Catalog: Complementary, Not Competing
Read OriginalThis technical article clarifies the common misconception that data catalogs and semantic layers are interchangeable. It details how a data catalog acts as a passive inventory for data discovery and lineage, while a semantic layer actively defines business metrics, enforces security, and translates queries. The piece concludes that both are essential for a complete, governed, and usable data stack.
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