Prefect is an open-source workflow orchestration tool that allows data engineers to build, run, and monitor data pipelines efficiently. It differentiates itself by allowing users to write workflow tasks as regular Python code, simplifying the process of building complex data pipelines.
Prefect helps you organize and manage your data tasks. Imagine you're organizing a party where lots of things need to be done in a specific order: sending invitations, buying snacks, setting up music, and so on. Prefect is like the planner who makes sure everything happens in the right order and on time.
Prefect provides a flexible and Pythonic way to define workflows without being too intrusive or prescriptive. It offers more intuitive debugging and better support for dynamic and adaptive workflows compared to alternatives like Airflow, giving users more control over their pipeline flows.