Introduction to Data Engineering

Track Course
Intermediate
Fully Ready

About the Course

This course introduces the foundational concepts of data engineering, providing learners with a clear understanding of its core principles, responsibilities, and value in the modern data landscape. You will explore how data engineering differs from related fields, learn the typical lifecycle of data engineering projects, and gain practical insights into building and managing data pipelines. By the end of the course, you will understand the essential skills and tools required to work effectively as a data engineer.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Define the role and core responsibilities of a data engineer and distinguish it from related roles.
  • Describe the end-to-end lifecycle of a data engineering project.
  • Identify key tools, systems, and architectural patterns used in data engineering workflows.
  • Understand the principles of scalable and maintainable data architecture.

Curriculum

  • Chapter 1: Core Concepts and Role of a Data Engineer

    Overview:

    In this chapter, you will learn the fundamental concepts of data engineering and explore the responsibilities and skills required of a data engineer.

    Topics:

    • Core concepts of data engineering
    • Key principles and best practices
    • Responsibilities of a data engineer
    • Skills and competencies needed in real-world projects
  • Chapter 2: Data Engineer Lifecycle

    Overview:

    In this chapter, you will learn about the end-to-end lifecycle of data engineering projects.

    Topics:

    • Stages of a data engineering project
    • Planning, development, and deployment workflows
  • Chapter 3: Data Engineering Tools and Architecture

    Overview:

    In this chapter, you will get an overview of the tools, systems, and architecture commonly used in data engineering.

    Topics:

    • Data storage and processing tools
    • Orchestration, workflow, and monitoring systems
    • Overview of data architecture concepts (databases, warehouses, lakehouses)

Tools

Databases
ETL Tools
Workflow Orchestration
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