Modern business intelligence and enterprise-grade data modeling for a unified source of truth.
Looker, now part of Google Cloud's data suite, represents the shift toward 'BI as Code.' Unlike traditional visualization-first tools, Looker’s technical architecture centers on LookML—a powerful, version-controlled semantic modeling language that separates data logic from the presentation layer. This ensures that a single metric definition, such as 'Lifetime Value,' remains consistent across all departments. In the 2026 market landscape, Looker has evolved into an AI-first platform through its deep integration with Gemini and BigQuery, allowing users to interact with datasets using natural language while the backend translates queries into optimized SQL. The platform operates directly against the database in real-time, eliminating the need for data extracts and ensuring that analysts work with the freshest information. Its architecture is purpose-built for multi-cloud environments, supporting connections to Snowflake, Databricks, and Redshift alongside Google Cloud’s native stack. For Lead AI Architects, Looker serves as the governance layer for RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) systems, providing structured, verified data inputs to LLMs to minimize hallucinations in enterprise-grade AI applications.
A proprietary abstraction of SQL that allows for version-controlled, reusable data definitions.
The open-source BI platform that turns your dbt project into a governed, version-controlled analytics engine.
Transform raw data into real-time metrics with a powerful semantic layer and automated BI dashboards.
The AI-powered data scientist that automates complex analysis, visualization, and predictive modeling through sandboxed code execution.
The world's most adaptable EPM platform for autonomous financial and operational planning.
Verified feedback from the global deployment network.
Post queries, share implementation strategies, and help other users.
Tables built automatically in your database to optimize complex query performance.
A server-side middleware that triggers actions in third-party apps based on data thresholds.
Full-featured SDK and API for white-labeling analytics inside external SaaS applications.
Generative AI assistant that helps write LookML, creates visualizations from chat, and summarizes insights.
A framework for building custom applications directly on top of the Looker platform.
An automated metadata management tool that documents all dimensions and measures.
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