MyDataWork POV — Auto CDC sounds like a boon for data engineering, but integrating it directly into Spark raises alarm bells. When a core engine starts bundling such features, it risks becoming a bloated hub instead of a nimble tool. Metric views and Real-Time Mode are enticing, but the trade-off might be speed and flexibility. Arrow-first Python support is another layer, yet it could complicate debugging. Spark’s strength has been its adaptability; turning it into a Swiss Army knife may dull its edge.