09/18/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/18/2024 12:51
Data engineers play a crucial role in the modern data-driven landscape, managing essential tasks from data ingestion and processing to transformation and serving. Their expertise is particularly valuable in the era of generative AI, where harnessing the value of vast datasets is paramount.
To empower aspiring and experienced data professionals, DeepLearning.AI and Amazon Web Services (AWS) have partnered to launch the Data Engineering Specialization, an advanced professional certificate on Coursera. This comprehensive program covers a wide range of data engineering concepts, tools, and techniques relevant to modern organizations. It's designed for learners with some experience working with data who are interested in learning the fundamentals of data engineering. The specialization comprises four hands-on courses, each culminating in a Coursera course certificate upon completion.
This Data Engineering Specialization is a joint initiative by AWS and DeepLearning.AI, a leading provider of world-class AI education founded by renowned machine learning (ML) pioneer Andrew Ng.
Joe Reis, a prominent figure in data engineering and coauthor of the bestselling book Fundamentals of Data Engineering, leads the program as a primary instructor. By providing a foundational framework, the curriculum ensures learners gain a holistic understanding of the data engineering lifecycle, while covering key aspect such as data architecture, orchestration, DataOps, and data management.
Further enhancing the learning experience, the program features hands-on labs and technical assessments hosted on the AWS Cloud. These practical, cloud-based exercises were designed in partnership with AWS technical experts, including Gal Heyne, Navnit Shukla, and Morgan Willis. Learners will apply theoretical concepts using AWS services and tools, such as Amazon Kinesis, AWS Glue, Amazon Simple Storage Service (Amazon S3), and Amazon Redshift, equipping them with hands-on skill and experience.
Participants will be introduced to several key learning opportunities.
Acquisition of core skills and strategies
The specialization equips data engineers with the ability to design data engineering solutions for various use cases, select the right technologies for their data architecture, and circumvent potential pitfalls. The skills gained universally apply across various platforms and technologies, offering learners a program that is versatile.
Unparalleled approach to data engineering education
Unlike conventional courses focused on specific technologies, this specialization provides a comprehensive understanding of data engineering fundamentals. It emphasizes the importance of aligning data engineering strategies with broader business goals, fostering a more integrated and effective approach to building and maintaining data solutions.
Holistic understanding of data engineering
By using the insights from the Fundamentals of Data Engineering book, the curriculum offers a well-rounded education that prepares professionals for success in the data-driven focused industries.
Practical skills through AWS cloud labs
The hands-on labs hosted by AWS Partner Vocareum let learners apply the techniques directly in an AWS environment provided with the course. This practical experience is crucial for mastering the intricacies of data engineering and developing the skills needed to excel in the industry.
At the end of this specialization, learners will be well-equipped with the necessary skills and expertise to embark on a career in data engineering, an in-demand role at the core of any organization that is looking to use data to create value. Data-centric ML and analytics would not be possible without the foundation of data engineering.
The Data Engineering Specialization comprises four courses:
Whether you're new to data engineering or looking to enhance your skills, this specialization provides a balanced mix of theory and hands-on experience through 4 courses, each culminating in a Coursera course certificate.
Embark on your data engineering journey from here:
By enrolling in these courses, you'll also earn the DeepLearning.AI Data Engineering Professional Certificate upon completing all four courses.
Enroll now and take the first step towards mastering data engineering with this comprehensive and practical program, built on the foundation of Fundamentals of Data Engineering and powered by AWS.