By the end of this course, learners will be able to install Splunk Enterprise, explore and analyze machine-generated data, create effective search queries using SPL, apply time-based filtering, build searches with and without subsearches, and visualize insights through dashboards.

Learn to Analyze Data with Splunk Fundamentals

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What you'll learn
Install Splunk Enterprise and explore machine-generated data using the Splunk interface.
Create effective SPL searches with time-based filtering, subsearches, and core commands.
Visualize insights by building dashboards to communicate trends and analysis results.
Skills you'll gain
- Query Languages
- Data Manipulation
- Time Series Analysis and Forecasting
- Exploratory Data Analysis
- Data Visualization Software
- Dashboard
- Splunk
- Data Analysis
- Data Processing
- Software Installation
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February 2026
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There are 3 modules in this course
This module introduces learners to Splunk, its core purpose, and foundational concepts, guiding them through installation, initial setup, dashboard basics, and preparing sample data for hands-on analysis.
What's included
6 videos4 assignments
This module focuses on using the Splunk search interface and Search Processing Language (SPL) to explore data, apply time-based filters, and build searches with and without subsearches.
What's included
6 videos4 assignments
This module builds on earlier skills by introducing advanced search techniques, dataset interpretation, enhanced dashboard creation, and summarizing key concepts for continued learning.
What's included
3 videos3 assignments
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