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Split data into blocks

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A: object-storage feature request p3-nice-to-have performance research
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Description

As @shcheklein suggested, we should consider splitting data into small blocks to track data changes more efficiently. Example: giant file that has one line appended to it.

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Research direction

Start with the issue description and the discussion attributed to @shcheklein. Investigate how DVC currently tracks changes to a giant file and define the block-splitting behavior needed for the appended-line example; the issue does not specify files, tests, or completion criteria.

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Assessment

Tech stack
python
Domain
data-engineering
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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