Listen "657: How to Learn Data Engineering"
Episode Synopsis
Data engineering educator Andreas Kretz joins Jon Krohn for a 1-hour primer that covers everything you need to know about the most in-demand role in data. From skills to tools, problem-solving processes and more, growing your knowledge of data engineering only improves your marketability, so tune in today if you're ready to future-proof your data career.
This episode is brought to you by Glean (glean.io), the platform for data insights fast, and by epic LinkedIn Learning instructor Keith McCormick (linkedin.com/learning/instructors/keith-mccormick). Interested in sponsoring a SuperDataScience Podcast episode? Visit JonKrohn.com/podcast for sponsorship information.In this episode you will learn:• Why learn data engineering? [06:55]• What is data engineering? [08:08]• What sets Senior Data Engineers apart from junior ones? [13:57]• The must-know data-engineering tools [20:26]• The right path to learn data engineering [44:24]• Are certifications worth it? [51:46]• The future of data engineering [55:24]• Andreas's career challenges [58:48]Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/657
This episode is brought to you by Glean (glean.io), the platform for data insights fast, and by epic LinkedIn Learning instructor Keith McCormick (linkedin.com/learning/instructors/keith-mccormick). Interested in sponsoring a SuperDataScience Podcast episode? Visit JonKrohn.com/podcast for sponsorship information.In this episode you will learn:• Why learn data engineering? [06:55]• What is data engineering? [08:08]• What sets Senior Data Engineers apart from junior ones? [13:57]• The must-know data-engineering tools [20:26]• The right path to learn data engineering [44:24]• Are certifications worth it? [51:46]• The future of data engineering [55:24]• Andreas's career challenges [58:48]Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/657
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