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Migrating Snowflake Users to BigQuery

In this course you will learn how to translate various concepts in Snowflake to the analogous concepts in BigQuery. You will learn how the high-level architectures of Snowflake and BigQuery compare,...

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$900 USD
Duration 1 day
Course Code GCP-MSUBQ
Available Formats Classroom

Overview

In this course you will learn how to translate various concepts in Snowflake to the analogous concepts in BigQuery. You will learn how the high-level architectures of Snowflake and BigQuery compare, understand differences in how to configure datasets and tables, map data types in Snowflake to data types in BigQuery, understand schema mapping from Snowflake to BigQuery, optimize your new schemas in BigQuery, and do a high-level comparison of SQL dialects in Snowflake and BigQuery.

Skills Gained

  • Compare architecture and provisioning of resources in Snowflake and BigQuery
  • Configure datasets and tables in BigQuery
  • Map and compare data types in Snowflake to data types in BigQuery
  • Map and optimize schemas from Snowflake to BigQuery
  • Translate SQL from Snowflake to BigQuery

Course Details

Understanding BigQuery Architecture

  • Quick reminder of Snowflake architecture
  • Overview of BigQuery architecture
  • Separation of compute and storage in BigQuery
  • BigQuery Slots
  • Workload management in BigQuery
  • Compare architecture and provisioning of resources in Snowflake and BigQuery
  • Describe the concept of a slot in BigQuery

Creating Datasets and Tables in BigQuery

  • Resource Hierarchy in Snowflake
  • Resource Hierarchy in BigQuery
  • Creating resources in BigQuery
  • Sharing resources in BigQuery
  • Understand the resource hierarchy in BigQuery
  • Configure datasets and tables in BigQuery
  • Lab: Provisioning and Managing Resources in BigQuery

Mapping Data Types from Snowflake to BigQuery

  • Mapping for data types from Snowflake to BigQuery
  • Data types unique to BigQuery
  • How data types map from Snowflake to BigQuery
  • Understand data types unique to BigQuery

Schema Optimization and Mapping

  • Schema definitions in BigQuery
  • Partitioning in BigQuery
  • Clustering in BigQuery
  • Define schemas in BigQuery
  • Implement partitioning and clustering in BigQuery
  • Lab: Schema Migration to BigQuery

SQL Translation from Snowflake to BigQuery

  • SELECT statements
  • DML statements
  • DDL statements
  • UDFs and Procedures
  • Understand query capabilities in BigQuery SQL
  • Write user-defined functions and procedures in BigQuery SQL
  • Lab: Writing SQL for BigQuery

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.

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?

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Reviews

Provided good amount of material and a great instructor to teach the material.

Easy to use and exactly what I was looking for. Value for money was exceptional.

Course was great and informative. The instructor had a good flow and was very personable.

the class/lecture was amazing and very easy to understand and was in detail.

I think the platform is very good and look forward to taking my next course in early October.