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# Event tap

## Overview

Joule allows you to tap into an event stream and load it into an in-memory database, making the data accessible in SQL format.

## Uses

There are various uses for this filter such as:

1. <mark style="color:green;">**In financial services**</mark>\
   Enables offline analytics and when combined with transaction data, supports in-depth risk analysis and fraud detection.
2. <mark style="color:green;">**In logistics**</mark>\
   Build curated datasets by regularly exporting shipment and inventory data, allowing for historical analysis and performance tracking.
3. <mark style="color:green;">**In manufacturing**</mark>\
   Capture processed events to validate processing and provide lineage, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and improving quality control measures.

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See how the [Joule REST API](/joule/components/connectors/sources/rest-endpoints.md) can provide data exporting and query features.
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## Accessing the Tap

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