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Distributed Computing Courses

Distributed computing courses can help you learn parallel processing, cloud architecture, data distribution techniques, and fault tolerance. You can build skills in optimizing resource allocation, ensuring data consistency, and managing large-scale applications. Many courses introduce tools like Apache Hadoop, Spark, and Kubernetes, that support implementing distributed systems and managing workloads effectively.


Popular Distributed Computing Courses and Certifications


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    EDUCBA

    Apache Spark: Apply & Evaluate Big Data Workflows

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Data Persistence, Big Data, Data Processing, Distributed Computing, Data Import/Export, JSON, Data Transformation, Performance Tuning

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Mastering Microservices Design with CQRS, DDD, and Marten

    Skills you'll gain: Microservices, Redis, API Design, Docker (Software), .NET Framework, Software Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Restful API, Integration Testing, Distributed Computing, PostgreSQL, Data Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Parallel Programming in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Java, Distributed Computing, Programming Principles, Application Frameworks, Algorithms, Performance Tuning, Functional Design, Computer Science

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Accelerate Model Training with PyTorch 2.X

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Distributed Computing, Data Pipelines, Performance Tuning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Deep Learning, AI Workflows, Model Deployment, Scalability, LLM Application, Hardware Architecture, Machine Learning, Computer Architecture

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    Blockchain

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Test Driven Development (TDD), Cryptography, Development Testing, Application Development, Transaction Processing, Emerging Technologies, Integrated Development Environments, Software Architecture, Network Protocols, Encryption, Web Applications, Program Development, Distributed Computing, Application Programming Interface (API), Microsoft Azure, FinTech, Development Environment, Web Language, Web Development Tools

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to NoSQL Databases

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, MongoDB, Databases, Apache Cassandra, Distributed Computing, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, IBM Cloud, Query Languages, Data Modeling, JSON, Scalability, Data Manipulation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    NoSQL, Big Data, and Spark Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, MongoDB, PySpark, Extract, Transform, Load, Apache Hive, Databases, Apache Cassandra, Big Data, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Generative AI, Machine Learning Algorithms, IBM Cloud, Data Pipelines, Model Evaluation, Kubernetes, Supervised Learning, Distributed Computing

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Big Data Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Big Data, Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, Data Infrastructure, Real Time Data, Apache Kafka, Data Management, Apache Cassandra, Apache Hive, Data Lakes, MongoDB, Databases, Data Ethics, Distributed Computing, Data Processing, Informatics, Cloud Computing, Software Design Patterns, Data Storage

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundations of Distributed Database Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, Scalability, Database Design, Database Management Systems, Database Systems, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management, Relational Databases, SQL, Performance Tuning, Data Integrity, Transaction Processing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Optimize Kafka for Speed & Availability

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Data Loss Prevention, Performance Tuning, System Monitoring, Prometheus (Software), Scalability, Real Time Data, Grafana, Process Optimization, Distributed Computing, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface, Content Strategy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    AI Infrastructure: Networking Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Import/Export, Network Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Generative AI, Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, General Networking, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Network Security, Distributed Computing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure Data Scientist Associate (DP-100) Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Model Deployment, Convolutional Neural Networks, Classification Algorithms, Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Model Evaluation, Transfer Learning, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Data Processing, Data Pipelines, Data Transformation, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning Software, Distributed Computing, Information Privacy, Supervised Learning, Virtual Machines

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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular distributed computing courses

  • Apache Spark: Apply & Evaluate Big Data Workflows: EDUCBA
  • Mastering Microservices Design with CQRS, DDD, and Marten: Packt
  • Parallel Programming in Java: Rice University
  • Accelerate Model Training with PyTorch 2.X: Packt
  • Blockchain: University at Buffalo
  • Introduction to NoSQL Databases: IBM
  • NoSQL, Big Data, and Spark Foundations: IBM
  • Big Data Technologies: Illinois Tech
  • Foundations of Distributed Database Systems: Johns Hopkins University
  • Optimize Kafka for Speed & Availability: Coursera

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