Explore the emerging trends in edge computing and data processing for modern application development in this 25-minute conference talk. Discover how the explosion of smart devices at the edge is driving demand for on-premise edge compute solutions. Learn about connecting open-source components to manage AI/ML and real-time applications within resource constraints. Gain insights into leveraging developer frameworks, message brokers, and in-memory caches for real-time decision-making at the edge. Understand the benefits of a common data platform in accelerating edge application development by eliminating repetitive data management tasks. Examine emerging edge application patterns in retail and manufacturing, and delve into design considerations for AI/ML and real-time application deployments. Leave with a deeper understanding of data processing at the edge and how this field is evolving to shape the future of modern app development.