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Master Big Data Processing with Hadoop. Gain hands-on experience with Hadoop tools and techniques to efficiently process, analyze, and manage big data in real-world applications.
Instructor: Karthik Shyamsunder
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Intermediate level
An understanding of computer science fundamentals, programming skills, and basic knowledge of distributed systems is recommended.
Recommended experience
Intermediate level
An understanding of computer science fundamentals, programming skills, and basic knowledge of distributed systems is recommended.
Gain expertise in Hadoop ecosystem components like HDFS, YARN, and MapReduce for big data processing and management across various tasks.
Learn to set up, configure, and utilize tools like Hive, Pig, HBase, and Spark for efficient data analysis, processing, and real-time management.
Develop advanced programming techniques for MapReduce, optimization methods, and parallelism strategies to handle large-scale data sets effectively.
Understand the architecture and functionality of Hadoop and its components, applying them to solve complex data challenges in real-world scenarios.
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The specialization "Big Data Processing Using Hadoop" is intended for post-graduate students seeking to develop advanced skills in big data processing and management using the Hadoop ecosystem. Through four detailed courses, you will explore key technologies such as HDFS, MapReduce, and advanced data analysis tools like Hive, Pig, HBase, and Apache Spark. You’ll learn how to set up, configure, and optimize these tools to process, manage, and analyze large-scale datasets. The program covers fundamental concepts such as YARN and MapReduce architecture, and progresses to practical applications such as Hive query execution, Pig scripting, NoSQL management with HBase, and high-performance data processing with Spark.
By the end of the specialization, you will be capable of designing and deploying big data solutions, optimizing workflows, and leveraging the power of Hadoop to address real-world challenges. This specialization prepares you for roles such as Data Engineer, Big Data Analyst, or Hadoop Developer, making you a highly competitive candidate in the fast-growing big data field, ready to drive innovations in industries such as data science, business analytics, and machine learning.
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The specialization “Big Data Processing Using Hadoop” equips postgraduate students with in-depth knowledge of big data technologies through self-reflective readings and theoretical exploration. Covering essential tools like HDFS, MapReduce, Hive, Pig, HBase, and Apache Spark, the program delves into concepts such as YARN architecture, query optimization, NoSQL data management, and high-performance computing. Learners will critically analyze the implementation of these technologies, reflecting on their applications in solving real-world big data challenges. By the end of the program, students will be prepared for roles like Data Engineer, Big Data Analyst, or Hadoop Developer, driving innovations in data science and analytics.
Define Big Data, explore its relevance in analytics and data science, and understand trends shaping modern data processing technologies.
Examine Hadoop architecture, its ecosystem, and subprojects, distinguishing distributions and their roles in Big Data solutions.
Acquire practical skills to install, configure, and run Hadoop on a Linux virtual machine, enabling effective Big Data processing.
Understand HDFS architecture, components, and how it ensures scalability and availability for big data processing.
Learn to configure Hadoop for Java programming and perform file CRUD operations using HDFS APIs.
Master advanced HDFS programming concepts like compression, serialization, and working with specialized file structures like Sequence and Map files.
Learn the fundamentals of YARN and MapReduce architectures, including how they work together to process large-scale data efficiently.
Understand and implement Mapper and Reducer parallelism in MapReduce jobs to improve data processing efficiency and scalability.
Apply optimization techniques such as combiners, partitioners, and compression to enhance the performance and I/O operations of MapReduce jobs.
Explore advanced concepts like multithreading, speculative execution, input/output formats, and how to avoid common MapReduce anti-patterns.
Learn to set up and configure Hive, Pig, HBase, and Spark for efficient big data analysis and processing within the Hadoop ecosystem.
Master Hive’s SQL-like queries for data retrieval, management, and optimization using partitions and joins to enhance query performance.
Understand Pig Latin for scripting data transformations, including the use of operators like join and debug to process large datasets effectively.
Gain expertise in NoSQL databases with HBase for real-time read/write operations, and use Spark’s core programming model for fast data processing.
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The specialization is designed to be completed at your own pace, but on average, it is expected to take approximately 3 months to finish if you dedicate around 5 hours per week. However, as it is self-paced, you have the flexibility to adjust your learning schedule based on your availability and progress.
You are encouraged to take the courses in the recommended sequence to ensure a smoother learning experience, as each course builds on the knowledge and skills developed in the previous ones. However, you are not required to follow a specific order, and you can take the courses in the order that best suits your needs and prior knowledge.
This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
If you subscribed, you get a 7-day free trial during which you can cancel at no penalty. After that, we don’t give refunds, but you can cancel your subscription at any time. See our full refund policy.
Yes! To get started, click the course card that interests you and enroll. You can enroll and complete the course to earn a shareable certificate, or you can audit it to view the course materials for free. When you subscribe to a course that is part of a Specialization, you’re automatically subscribed to the full Specialization. Visit your learner dashboard to track your progress.
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free. If you cannot afford the fee, you can apply for financial aid.
This Specialization doesn't carry university credit, but some universities may choose to accept Specialization Certificates for credit. Check with your institution to learn more.
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