Alvin
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Alvin is a SQL query optimizer built in Rust using Apache DataFusion that intercepts and optimizes queries before they reach Google BigQuery to reduce costs, and provides a UI for cost reporting and savings tracking. It serves BigQuery users and charges only a percentage of the savings achieved.
Founders & leadership
Investors · 6
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Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$740K disclosed across 1 of 2 rounds · 2022
- Undisclosed amountseed funding roundOct 2022
Project A Ventures (lead), Icebreaker.vc, Nomad Capital
Source ↗ - $740Kpre-seedJan 2022 · 2 sourcesSource ↗
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Alvin do?
- Alvin is a SQL query optimizer built in Rust using Apache DataFusion that intercepts and optimizes queries before they reach Google BigQuery to reduce costs, and provides a UI for cost reporting and savings tracking. It serves BigQuery users and charges only a percentage of the savings achieved.
- Who founded Alvin?
- Alvin was founded by Dan Mashiter.
- Who are Alvin's investors?
- Alvin's investors include Icebreaker, Project A Ventures, LIFT99, Nomad Capital, Project Ventures.
- How much funding has Alvin raised?
- Alvin has disclosed $740K raised across 1 of its 2 known rounds.


