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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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      Johns Hopkins University

      Data Analysis Using Hadoop Tools

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Cloud Computing Applications, Part 1: Cloud Systems and Infrastructure

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Cloud Platforms, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Containerization, Data Storage Technologies, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Cloud Applications, Amazon S3, Platform As A Service (PaaS), File Systems

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      841 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Edureka

      PySpark in Action: Hands-On Data Processing

      Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Data Processing, Big Data, Distributed Computing, Data Manipulation, SQL, Data Transformation, Relational Databases

      3.3
      Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Creating a Streaming Data Pipeline With Apache Kafka

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Data Pipelines, Google Cloud Platform, Java, Public Cloud

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Washington

      Data Manipulation at Scale: Systems and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Relational Databases, Database Systems, Data Science, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, NoSQL, Apache Spark, Analytics, Distributed Computing, Apache Hadoop, SQL, Data Structures, Query Languages, Cloud Computing, Scalability, Graph Theory, Algorithms

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      767 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Dataproc: Qwik Start - Console

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Google Cloud Platform, Data Processing, Command-Line Interface, Big Data, Cloud Computing

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Big Data Analysis with Scala and Spark (Scala 2 version)

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Scala Programming, Big Data, Data Manipulation, Distributed Computing, Data Processing, Performance Tuning, Data Analysis, Programming Principles

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Big Data and Hadoop Foundations and Setup

      Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Apache Hadoop, Data Infrastructure, Data Processing, Analytics, Data Science, Data Architecture, Distributed Computing, Linux, Software Installation, Scalability, System Configuration

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Distributed Image Processing in Cloud Dataproc

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Management, Distributed Computing, Package and Software Management

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Cloud Computing Concepts: Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, File Systems, Cloud Computing, Transaction Processing, Network Security, Data Centers, Authorization (Computing), Apache Hadoop, Data Store, Authentications, Scalability, NoSQL, Algorithms, Encryption, Graph Theory

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      319 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Real-time analytics with Spark: User Activity Monitoring

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Data Pipelines, PySpark, Real Time Data, Data Transformation, SQL, Data Processing

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Perform basic data analysis tasks using Java streams

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Java, Data Manipulation, Descriptive Statistics, Statistics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Data Analysis Using Hadoop Tools: Johns Hopkins University
    • Cloud Computing Applications, Part 1: Cloud Systems and Infrastructure: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • PySpark in Action: Hands-On Data Processing: Edureka
    • Creating a Streaming Data Pipeline With Apache Kafka: Google Cloud
    • Data Manipulation at Scale: Systems and Algorithms: University of Washington
    • Dataproc: Qwik Start - Console: Google Cloud
    • Big Data Analysis with Scala and Spark (Scala 2 version): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Big Data and Hadoop Foundations and Setup: Johns Hopkins University
    • Distributed Image Processing in Cloud Dataproc: Google Cloud
    • Cloud Computing Concepts: Part 2: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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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.‎

    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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