Vinay, a Data Engineer at GlobalMart, discovered missing files in an external stage but had no way to verify if they were ever uploaded. Rahul, the Senior Architect, introduced Directory Tables, which track file metadata even after deletion.
Through their discussion, Vinay learned how to enable, query, and refresh Directory Tables to improve file tracking. This lesson explores how they enhance visibility, prevent debugging issues, and ensure better control over staged files in Snowflake.