Data pipelines are highly sophisticated systems that connect numerous data sources, adeptly manage complex table structures and schema changes, and consolidate data into a centralized store in real time. Some pipelines are capable of carrying out change data capture (CDC), which involves handling data deletions, updates, and other changes with minimal computational load. Despite their impressive capabilities, there is a risk of over-relying on these pipelines without verifying their trustworthiness and performance, whether they are popular pre-built connectors or custom-built solutions.