Install and Run Containers on Linux Virtual Machines – LXD/LXC

Objectives Prerequisites Introduction Virtualization technology has enabled powerful infrastructure architectures that allow single physical hardware systems to host multiple simulated environments. In essence, it allows the sharing of physical resources from a single pool to multiple isolated environments. With virtualization technology and hypervisors that manage the pool of resources, virtual machines can be created that […]

Launch Linux Virtual Machines with Multipass

Objectives Prerequisites Introduction Linux is an essential building block in almost all IT ecosystems powering web servers, mobile phones and IoT devices globally. In fact, container technologies such as LXD/LXC, Docker and Podman are built on top of the Linux kernel, kernel namespaces, control groups (cgroups), and processes. When you run a program such as […]

Install and Run Cockpit on Linux Virtual Machines

Objectives Prerequisites Introduction Linux is extremely useful and powerful but due to its flexibility, extensibility, and versatility as an operating system with a plethora of utilities, it can be overwhelming for beginners and even seasoned veterans. IT Ops, SysAdmins and casual hobbyists will tend to perform varying tasks throughout the day to maintain, patch or […]

Data Science Tips & Teaching Methodology from an Instructor

This blog post was written by WeCloudData’s Data Science Instructor, Vinny Nguyen. Hi! I’m Vinny and I’m a data science instructor here at WeCloudData. I’d like to tell you a little about my journey through data science, some tips I’ve learned along the way, and how that influences our teaching methodology here at WeCloudData. Transitioning […]

4 Reasons to Choose WeCloudData

This blog post was written by WeCloudData’s Data Science Instructor, Tianshu Luan. “To get the best result, students and faculty should work together to find the correct method of learning.” About Me I am a career switcher to the data scientist role. I graduated with a Bachelor of Education degree and was teaching Mathematics and […]

How WeCloudData Supports Students in their Learning Journey

This blog post was written by WeCloudData’s Assistant Instructor and Program Manager, Sonia Chhay. Hi, my name is Sonia and I am a Data Science (DS) Assistant Instructor (for the full-time program) and Program Manager at WeCloudData. During my undergrad at UofT, I majored in Statistics & Cognitive Science and was a teaching assistant (TA) […]

Data Engineering Series #2: Cloud Services and FOSS in Data Engineer’s World

Data Engineering Series #1: 10 Key tech skills you need, to become a competent Data Engineer. Data Engineering Series #2: Cloud Services and FOSS in Data Engineer’s world “Open Source (OSS) frameworks have improved the quality of Big Data processing with its diverse set of tools addressing numerous use cases In fact, if you are a […]

Looking to Upskill During the Pandemic? Here’s What Bootcamp Grads Have to Say on COVID-19 Experience

The newest article by Taylor Nichols on switchup shows that the move to online was more popular than people thought it would be. Turns out change can bring new opportunities and be great! Last Updated: September 21, 2020 Click on the link below and check out the article for yourself! https://www.prweb.com/releases/switchups_new_coding_bootcamp_rankings_offer_chance_to_boost_skills_and_career_opportunities_during_pandemic/prweb17413105.htm Key Insights Remote tools and […]