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    Master Hadoop for big data processing. Learn to use Hadoop ecosystem tools like HDFS, MapReduce, and Hive for managing large datasets.

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      IBM

      Introduction to Big Data with Spark and Hadoop

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, PySpark, Apache Hive, Big Data, IBM Cloud, Kubernetes, Docker (Software), Scalability, Data Processing, Distributed Computing, Performance Tuning, Data Transformation, Debugging

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Big Data Processing Using Hadoop

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Big Data, Apache Hive, Apache Spark, NoSQL, File Systems, Data Processing, Data Management, Analytics, Data Science, SQL, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Java, Data Structures, Distributed Computing, Scripting Languages, Data Transformation, Performance Tuning, Software Architecture

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Illinois Tech

      Data Analytics and Big Data

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, Database Systems, Database Management, NoSQL, Databases, Machine Learning Algorithms, SQL, Database Development, Big Data, Apache Hadoop, Database Management Systems, MySQL, Transaction Processing, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Database Theory, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Apache Spark

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      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Big Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, PySpark, Databases, Analytics, NoSQL, Cloud Applications, Data Mining, Real Time Data, Data Processing, Query Languages, Applied Machine Learning, Distributed Computing, Machine Learning Methods, Scripting Languages, Data Manipulation

      Build toward a degree

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • University of California San Diego

      Hadoop Platform and Application Framework

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Big Data, Data Analysis, Apache Spark, Data Science, Data Processing, Distributed Computing, Performance Tuning, Scalability, Python Programming

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Google Cloud

      Introduction to Cloud Dataproc: Hadoop and Spark on Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Managed Services, Google Cloud Platform, Big Data, Apache Hadoop, Data Management, Servers

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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      IBM

      NoSQL, Big Data, and Spark Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, MongoDB, PySpark, Apache Hive, Databases, Apache Cassandra, Big Data, Machine Learning, Generative AI, IBM Cloud, Applied Machine Learning, Kubernetes, Supervised Learning, Distributed Computing, Docker (Software), Database Management, Data Pipelines, Scalability

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      774 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Big Data

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Data Integration, Exploratory Data Analysis, Big Data, Graph Theory, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Database Design, Data Modeling, Regression Analysis, Data Management, Applied Machine Learning, Data Presentation, Scalability, Data Mining, Statistical Analysis, NoSQL, Database Management Systems, MongoDB

      4.5
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      AI skills

      IBM

      IBM Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Data Warehousing, Apache Hadoop, Extract, Transform, Load, Apache Airflow, Web Scraping, Linux Commands, Database Design, SQL, IBM Cognos Analytics, MySQL, Apache Spark, Database Administration, Data Store, Generative AI, Professional Networking, Data Import/Export, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Data Science

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      4.6
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      ETL and Data Pipelines with Shell, Airflow and Kafka

      Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Apache Airflow, Data Pipelines, Apache Kafka, Data Warehousing, Data Transformation, Data Migration, Web Scraping, Data Integration, Shell Script, Data Processing, Real Time Data, Data Cleansing, Big Data, Performance Tuning, Scalability

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      414 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Packt

      The Ultimate Hands-On Hadoop

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Real Time Data, Apache Hive, Apache Kafka, Big Data, Distributed Computing, Data Processing, Databases, MongoDB, NoSQL, System Design and Implementation, SQL, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Introduction to Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Data Store, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Architecture, Data Pipelines, Big Data, Data Warehousing, Data Governance, Apache Hadoop, Relational Databases, Apache Spark, Data Lakes, Databases, SQL, NoSQL, Data Security, Data Science

      4.7
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular hadoop courses

    • Introduction to Big Data with Spark and Hadoop: IBM
    • Big Data Processing Using Hadoop: Johns Hopkins University
    • Data Analytics and Big Data: Illinois Tech
    • Big Data Analytics: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Hadoop Platform and Application Framework: University of California San Diego
    • Introduction to Cloud Dataproc: Hadoop and Spark on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
    • NoSQL, Big Data, and Spark Foundations: IBM
    • Big Data: University of California San Diego
    • IBM Data Engineering: IBM
    • ETL and Data Pipelines with Shell, Airflow and Kafka: IBM

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Hadoop

    Apache Hadoop is a software library operated by the Apache Software Foundation, an open-source software publisher. Hadoop is a framework used for distributed processing of big data, especially across a clustered network of computers. It uses simple programming models and can be used with a single server as well as with installations that involve hundreds or even thousands of machines with their own computation and storage capabilities. The Hadoop software is used to deliver services across a network of computers, any one of which could crash. This is important in data management, machine learning, data warehousing, and other machine-intensive programming applications.‎

    Careers that use Hadoop include computer engineering, computer programming, computer science, and data analysis. Hadoop is typically used in programming and data analysis positions that work with big data. Hence, more and more careers call for an understanding of it. Data management, machine learning, and cloud storage systems run on Hadoop. As more work involves big data, the ability to use Hadoop to collect and analyze it becomes more important. Learning Hadoop will prepare you to use data or to communicate with colleagues who are managing it. Structuring data warehouses and designing management dashboards can improve operations in many types of organizations. Hadoop is specialized, but its use is becoming more widespread.‎

    Online courses can help you learn Hadoop by introducing you to the basics of it, having you work through exercises and create programs that use it, and seeing how it connects to other parts of the data warehouse. Some courses require no programming experience. Others assume that you understand programming but need specific experience with Hadoop. Some courses are practical, offering hands-on experience and leading to the creations of programs that can be used right away. Others are theoretical and explain the nature of Hadoop and the underlying principles of big data. The courses build on each other, with some leading to Specializations and online degrees.‎

    Online Hadoop courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Hadoop skills. Choose from a wide range of Hadoop courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Hadoop, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    A Hadoop certified developer is someone who has demonstrated the ability to build and manage data processing applications on the Apache Hadoop framework. Certifications often focus on skills in MapReduce, HDFS, and data workflows. Courses like Introduction to Big Data with Spark and Hadoop from IBM on Coursera can help you build foundational knowledge as you prepare.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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