When does class start/end?
Class hours may vary, please reach out to contact@ascendientlearning.com if you have any questions.
Overview
Course Details
Topics Covered
Processing Big Data
- Hadoop storage with HDFS
- Importing data from SQL databases with Sqoop
- Processing the data with Spark
First Look at Spark
- Spark shell
- Spark web UIs
- Analyzing dataset – part 1
- Labs: Spark shell exploration
Spark Data structures
- Partitions
- Distributed execution
- Operations: transformations and actions
- Labs: Unstructured data analytics using RDDs
Caching
- Caching overview
- Various caching mechanisms available in Spark
- In memory file systems
- Caching use cases and best practices
- Labs: Benchmark of caching performance
Dataframes / Datasets
- Dataframes Intro
- Loading structured data (JSON, CSV) using Dataframes
- Using schema
- Specifying schema for Dataframes
- Labs: Dataframes, Datasets, Schema
Spark SQL
- Spark SQL concepts and overview
- Defining tables and importing datasets
- Querying data using SQL
- Handling various storage formats: JSON / Parquet / ORC
- Labs: querying structured data using SQL; evaluating data formats
Spark and Hadoop
- Hadoop Primer: HDFS / YARN
- Hadoop + Spark architecture
- Running Spark on Hadoop YARN
- Processing HDFS files using Spark
- Spark & Hive
Hive
- Hive concepts & architecture
- SQL support in Hive
- Data warehousing in Hive
- Data types
- Table creation and queries
- Partitions
- Joins
- Modern data formats
- Text analytics
- Hive performance
Schedule
FAQ
Does the course schedule include a Lunchbreak?
Classes typically include a 1-hour lunch break around midday. However, the exact break times and duration can vary depending on the specific class. Your instructor will provide detailed information at the start of the course.
What languages are used to deliver training?
Most courses are conducted in English, unless otherwise specified. Some courses will have the word "FRENCH" marked in red beside the scheduled date(s) indicating the language of instruction.
What does GTR stand for?
GTR stands for Guaranteed to Run; if you see a course with this status, it means this event is confirmed to run. View our GTR page to see our full list of Guaranteed to Run courses.
How do I find an Ascendient Learning training location?
We have training locations across the United States and Canada - View a complete list of classroom training locations.
Which delivery formats are available?
At Ascendient Learning, we offer training that is Instructor-Led, Online, Virtual, and Self-Paced.
Does Ascendient Learning deliver group training?
Yes, we provide training for groups, individuals and private on sites. View our group training page for more information.
What does vendor-authorized training mean?
As a vendor-authorized training partner, we offer a curriculum that our partners have vetted. We use the same course materials and facilitate the same labs as our vendor-delivered training. These courses are considered the gold standard and, as such, are priced accordingly.
Is the training too basic, or will you go deep into technology?
It depends on your requirements, your role in your company, and your depth of knowledge. The good news about many of our learning paths, you can start from the fundamentals to highly specialized training.
How up-to-date are your courses and support materials?
We continuously work with our vendors to evaluate and refresh course material to reflect the latest training courses and best practices.
Are your instructors seasoned trainers who have deep knowledge of the training topic?
Ascendient Learning instructors have an average of 27 years of practical IT experience and have also served as consultants for an average of 15 years. To stay current, instructors spend at least 25 percent of their time learning new, emerging technologies and courses.
Do you provide hands-on training and exercises in an actual lab environment?
Lab access is dependent on the vendor and the type of training you sign up for. However, many of our top vendors will provide lab access to students to test and practice. The course description will specify lab access.
Will you customize the training for our company’s specific needs and goals?
We will work with you to identify training needs and areas of growth. We offer a variety of training methods, such as private group training, on-site of your choice, and virtually. We provide courses and certifications that are aligned with your business goals.
How do I get started with certification?
Getting started on a certification pathway depends on your goals and the vendor you choose to get certified in. Many vendors offer entry-level IT certification to advanced IT certification that can boost your career. To get access to certification vouchers and discounts, please contact info@ascendientlearning.com.
Will I get access to content after I complete a course?
You will get access to the PDF of course books and guides, but access to the recording and slides will depend on the vendor and type of training you receive.
How do I request a W9 for Ascendient Learning?
View our filing status and how to request a W9.
Reviews
Fantastic and great training. Tons of hands-on labs to really make you understand the material being thought.
my experince was great from the day i regetered to the actuall day of the class.
The instructor was thorough and they also provided hands-on demonstrations with labs.
Course was great and informative. The instructor had a good flow and was very personable.
Instructor, Training material & span of the training is neatly planned.
