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The Path to Insights: Data Models and Pipelines
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The Path to Insights: Data Models and Pipelines

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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(548 reviews)

Advanced level
Designed for those already in the industry
Flexible schedule
Approx. 23 hours
Learn at your own pace
98%
Most learners liked this course

What you'll learn

  • Build data models that answer business questions 

  • Apply the ETL process to workplace scenarios

  • Explore ETL tools

  • Construct a pipeline to deliver necessary data

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18 quizzes, 1 assignment

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There are 4 modules in this course

You’ll start this course by exploring data modeling, common schemas, and database elements. You’ll consider how business needs determine the kinds of database systems that BI professionals implement. Then, you’ll discover pipelines and ETL processes, which are tools that move data and ensure that it’s accessible and useful.

What's included

19 videos16 readings8 quizzes3 plugins

You’ll learn more about database systems, including data marts, data lakes, data warehouses, and ETL processes. You’ll also investigate the five factors of database performance: workload, throughput, resources, optimization, and contention. Finally, you’ll consider how to design efficient queries that get the most from a system.

What's included

6 videos7 readings2 quizzes1 assignment2 plugins

You’ll learn about optimization techniques including ETL quality testing, data schema validation, business rule verification, and general performance testing. You’ll also explore data integrity and learn how built-in quality checks defend against potential problems. Finally, you’ll focus on verifying business rules and general performance testing to make sure pipelines meet the intended business need.

What's included

10 videos10 readings5 quizzes2 plugins

You’ll complete an end-of-course project by creating a pipeline process to deliver data to a target table and developing reports based on project needs. You’ll also ensure that the pipeline is performing correctly and that there are built-in defenses against data quality issues.

What's included

5 videos12 readings3 quizzes

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