This course is part of Data Engineering Foundations.
This comprehensive course explores virtualization, containerization, and orchestration technologies essential for modern data engineering. Students will learn fundamental concepts of virtualization and virtual machines, master Docker container deployment, and gain hands-on experience with Kubernetes orchestration. The curriculum covers cloud development environments, container registries, and production best practices including monitoring, testing, and CI/CD pipelines. Through practical exercises and real-world scenarios, participants will develop the skills to build and manage scalable containerized data solutions.
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What you'll learn
Master fundamental concepts of virtualization and virtual machine management
Build and deploy Docker containers for scalable microservices
Orchestrate containers using Kubernetes in cloud environments
Implement cloud development workflows with GitHub Codespaces
Manage container registries and deployments effectively
Develop production-ready monitoring and testing strategies
Skills you'll gain
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There are 4 modules in this course
This comprehensive course covers essential technologies for modern data engineering infrastructure. Students learn virtualization fundamentals, working with virtual machines and Docker containers for building scalable microservices. The curriculum progresses through Kubernetes orchestration, cloud development environments with GitHub Codespaces, and container registry usage. Advanced topics include production best practices, monitoring systems, testing strategies, and implementing CI/CD pipelines. The course emphasizes hands-on experience with industry-standard tools, preparing students to build and manage containerized data solutions at scale.
Virtualization Theory and Concepts
Module 1
Using Docker
Module 2
Kubernetes: Container Orchestration in Action
Module 3
Building Kubernetes Solutions
Module 4
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Data Engineering Foundations
Instructors
Executive in Residence and Founder of Pragmatic AI Labs at Duke University
Noah Gift is the founder of Pragmatic AI Labs and serves as an Executive in Residence at Duke University, where he lectures in the Master of Interdisciplinary Data Science (MIDS) program. He specializes in designing and teaching graduate-level courses on machine learning, MLOps, artificial intelligence, and data science, while also consulting on machine learning and cloud architecture for students and faculty. A recognized expert in the field, Gift is a Python Software Foundation Fellow and an AWS Machine Learning Hero, holding multiple AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect and AWS Certified Machine Learning Specialist. He has authored several influential books, such as Practical MLOps, Python for DevOps, and Pragmatic AI, and has published over 100 technical articles across various platforms, including Forbes and O'Reilly. His extensive industry experience includes roles as CTO and Chief Data Scientist for notable companies like Disney Feature Animation, Sony Imageworks, and AT&T, contributing to major films like Avatar and Spider-Man 3. Gift's work has generated millions in revenue through product development on a global scale. He actively consults startups on machine learning and cloud architecture while leading initiatives to enhance data science education.
Senior Data Engineer and Educator at Duke University
Kennedy Behrman is a Senior Data Engineer at Duke University, where he also serves as an instructor for several online courses focused on data engineering and visualization. With decades of experience in Python and data management across various fields, including film, computing, and machine learning, he has established himself as a leading figure in the industry. Behrman has developed and taught courses such as "Data Visualization with Python" and "Linux and Bash for Data Engineering," equipping students with essential skills for the evolving data landscape. His expertise extends to big data processing technologies, where he covers platforms like Apache Spark and Snowflake. In addition to his teaching roles, Behrman has authored educational materials that contribute to the understanding of data science principles. His commitment to fostering learning and innovation in data engineering makes him a valuable asset to both Duke University and the broader academic community.
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