Bolke de Bruin, VP of Enterprise Data Services at Astronomer, discusses the evolving role of data management and Apache Airflow's position in the tech ecosystem. Highlighting the trend where every company is becoming a data company, he emphasizes the importance of decentralized DevOps and product teams in managing data more autonomously. De Bruin underscores Airflow's unique role as a powerful workflow orchestration tool that supports fast-paced development and data discovery, benefiting from its vibrant community and Apache heritage. He notes the shift towards treating data as an evolving product, requiring robust, data-aware tools to enhance business processes and compliance, especially in regulated industries. With Astronomer's focus on diversity and community engagement, Airflow aims to adapt to the changing demands of data engineering while maintaining its core strengths.