The Apache Spark Connector version 3.0 has been released by SingleStore, offering several enhancements and improvements over previous versions. The new connector supports robust SQL pushdown, is compatible with the latest versions of Spark and the SingleStore engine, and provides flexible load data compression options to expedite data ingest. It can be used as a true Spark Data Source, supporting various programming languages such as Scala, Python, Java, SQL, and R. The connector also offers tight integration with Spark's DataSource API, making it easier to use and maintain. Its compatibility with recent versions of Spark (versions 2.3 and 2.4) ensures seamless integration with existing workloads. With its advanced features, the SingleStore Spark Connector version 3.0 enables users to accelerate their workload using Apache Spark and SingleStore together.