In this Apache Iceberg tutorial for beginners, learn the differences between two core table update strategies: Copy-on-Write (COW) and Merge-on-Read (MOR). This is Course #7 in our Apache Iceberg 101 series and is perfect for data engineers and architects looking to optimize data performance in a lakehouse environment. What you'll learn: What Copy-on-Write and Merge-on-Read are When to use each method in your data architecture How delete files work and improve efficiency Real-world use cases and performance trade-offs Whether you're new to Apache Iceberg or brushing up on data lakehouse fundamentals, this video delivers essential knowledge to help you build smarter, more scalable systems. Explore more courses & hands-on content: ▶ ▶ Try Dremio for Free ▶