Actually, their goal is the same: to analysis large volume of data based on
hadoop. They both support UDF to extend its functionality. hive also
support plug-in map-reduce script.
I think the biggest difference is their script languages: pig use pig-latin
(maybe support sql in future) while hive use sql.
To me, I prefer the pig-latin, it's more intuitive especially when script is
a little long.
2009/9/8 刘祥龙
> Hi, everyone. I am trying to use pig, but now I am confused about what the
> difference is between Pig and Hive, which is more powerful or more
> convenient for users. In addition, what is their difference from SQL.
> Could someone help me about these questions or give me some advices? I
> will be very appreciated.
>
> Thanks, everyone!
>
>
> Best Wishes!
> _
>
> Liu Xianglong
