Alex Merced 8/5/2025

Smarter Data Layout — Sorting and Clustering Iceberg Tables

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This technical article details clustering techniques in Apache Iceberg, including sort order and Z-ordering. It explains how these methods improve query performance by reducing data scans, covers use cases, provides code examples, and offers guidance on choosing between sorting and Z-order for different scenarios.

Smarter Data Layout — Sorting and Clustering Iceberg Tables

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