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Data Engineering Courses

Data engineering courses can help you learn data modeling, ETL (extract, transform, load) processes, and data warehousing techniques. You can build skills in data pipeline construction, database management, and ensuring data quality and integrity. Many courses introduce tools like Apache Spark, Hadoop, and SQL, that support processing large datasets and optimizing data workflows. You’ll also explore cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure, which facilitate scalable data solutions and enhance your ability to manage data in various environments.

Popular Data Engineering Courses and Certifications


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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Software Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Claude Code, Prompt Engineering, Agentic systems, ChatGPT, Anthropic Claude, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Patterns, Multimodal Prompts, Generative AI, Agentic Workflows, AI Personalization, Software Development Tools, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Software Engineering, Software Development, Automation, Software Architecture, Software Testing, Software Design

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Software Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Full-Stack Web Development, Software Design, Web Development, Software Development Methodologies, Software Design Patterns, Development Environment, Unified Modeling Language, Software Engineering, Web Applications, Software Development Tools, Software Development, Application Deployment, Programming Principles, Front-End Web Development, Web Language, Back-End Web Development, Integrated Development Environments, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Generative AI Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Unit Testing, Data Wrangling, Large Language Modeling, LangChain, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Generative Model Architectures, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), ChatGPT, Generative AI, LLM Application, Keras (Neural Network Library), Supervised Learning, Responsible AI, Vector Databases, Fine-tuning, Data Import/Export

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, AI literacy, AI Enablement, AI powered creativity, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Game Design

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM AI Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Apache Spark, Large Language Modeling, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Computer Vision, Unsupervised Learning, Generative Model Architectures, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, PySpark, Keras (Neural Network Library), Supervised Learning, LLM Application, Generative AI Agents, Vector Databases, Fine-tuning, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Data Science

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    22K reviews

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundations of Healthcare Systems Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Verification And Validation, Health Systems, Systems Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care, Systems Integration, Requirements Analysis, Enterprise Architecture, Application Deployment

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Foundations: Data, Data, Everywhere

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Spreadsheet Software, Analytical Skills, Tableau Software, Data Sharing, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, SQL

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    123K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Generative AI Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Responsible AI, Generative Model Architectures, Multimodal Prompts, Prompt Engineering, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Fine-tuning, Azure DevOps Pipelines, AI Security, Data Ethics, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Model Deployment, Azure DevOps, ChatGPT, AI Integrations, Microsoft Azure, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Python Programming

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Scrimba

    AI Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LangChain, OpenAI API, Prompt Patterns, Embeddings, Image Analysis, Responsible AI, AI Workflows, OpenAI, LLM Application, AI Integrations, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Applications, Multimodal Prompts, Memory Management, Hugging Face, Vector Databases, Software Engineering

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI: Prompt Engineering Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Model Evaluation

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    8K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Petroleum Engineering with AI Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Petroleum Industry, Hazard Analysis, Safety Standards, Environmental Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Safety Assurance, Safety Training, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Regulations, Environment Health And Safety, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Big Data, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Data Management, Pump Stations, Environmental Issue

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Prompt Engineering Masterclass - From Beginner to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Engineering Tools, Prompt Patterns, Token Optimization, LLM Application, Tool Calling, OpenAI API, OpenAI, Anthropic Claude, Large Language Modeling, Authentications, Generative AI, Code Review, Maintainability, AI Workflows, AI Integrations, Command-Line Interface, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Documentation, Key Management

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular data engineering courses

  • Generative AI Software Engineering: Vanderbilt University
  • Introduction to Software Engineering: IBM
  • IBM Generative AI Engineering: IBM
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT: Vanderbilt University
  • IBM AI Engineering: IBM
  • Foundations of Healthcare Systems Engineering: Johns Hopkins University
  • Foundations: Data, Data, Everywhere: Google
  • Microsoft Generative AI Engineering: Microsoft
  • AI Engineering: Scrimba
  • Generative AI: Prompt Engineering Basics: IBM

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