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Process big data efficiently with SAS® Viya®. Master the programming enhancements offered in SAS Viya for accelerated data processing and analysis.
Instructors: Peter Styliadis
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Learners should be familiar with the SAS programming language, including SAS libraries, DATA step, PROC SQL, and the MEANS and FREQ procedures.
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Beginner level
Learners should be familiar with the SAS programming language, including SAS libraries, DATA step, PROC SQL, and the MEANS and FREQ procedures.
Master the programming enhancements offered in SAS Viya for accelerated data processing and analysis.
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SAS Viya is a cloud-enabled, in-memory analytics engine that provides quick, accurate and reliable analytical insights. This professional certificate program is designed for experienced SAS programmers who want to leverage the power of SAS Cloud Analytics Services (CAS) to access, manage, and analyze in-memory tables. You will write SAS programs to execute in CAS using standard SAS syntax, including the DATA step, FedSQL, and procedures. You will also use the native CAS programming language (CASL) to process in-memory data. These skills prepare you for the SAS Viya Programming certification exams.
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Graded quizzes are included at the conclusion of each lesson to assess proficiency. Learners also have the option to complete practice exams in preparation for either the SAS Viya Programming Specialist or SAS Viya Programming Associate certification exams.
Load data into SAS Cloud Analytic Services
Modify DATA step and SQL procedure code to execute in CAS
Use CAS-enabled procedures and CAS actions
Connect to the CAS server to access and manage data.
Use CASL to prepare and analyze data.
Create reports and visualizations using SAS Viya.
Welcome to the Preparing for the SAS Viya Programming Certification Exam course. This is the third and final course in the Coursera SAS Programmer specialization. You will apply what you have learned in the first two courses by writing code to execute in SAS Cloud Analytic Services and practicing for the SAS certification exams.
This is an advanced course, intended for learners who have completed the first two courses in the Coursera SAS Programmer specialization: SAS Programming for Distributed Computing in SAS Viya and CASL Programming for Distributed Computing in SAS Viya. By the end of the course, you be prepared to take either of these SAS credential exams: - SAS® Viya® Programming Associate - SAS® Viya® Programming Specialist
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The specialization is organized into a 12-week schedule. It is recommended that learners spend 2-5 hours a week.
Learners should be familiar with the SAS programming language, including SAS libraries, DATA step, PROC SQL, and the MEANS and FREQ procedures. You can acquire this foundational knowledge by taking the SAS Programmer specialization.
Yes, you should take the three courses in the following order:
SAS® Programming for Distributed Computing in SAS® Viya®
CASL Programming for Distributed Computing in SAS® Viya®
Preparing for the SAS® Viya® Programming Certification Exam
You will be able to write SAS programs to execute in CAS using standard SAS syntax, including the DATA step, FedSQL, and procedures.
You will be able to use the native CAS programming language (CASL) to process in-memory data.
You will be prepared to take either of the SAS Viya Programming certification exams.
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.