Welcome learner! This is the first of five courses of the Google Cloud Data Analytics Certificate. Jump into the world of data analytics and cloud computing. Explore the data lifecycle in the cloud and gain a better understanding of the common tools used by data analysts.
Introduction to Data Analytics in Google Cloud
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Introduction to Data Analytics in Google Cloud
This course is part of Google Cloud Data Analytics Professional Certificate
Instructor: Google Cloud Training
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No prior experience required
15 hours to complete
3 weeks at 5 hours a week
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What you'll learn
Define data analytics as it applies to cloud computing.
Explain the benefits of cloud computing.
Identify common tools used by entry-level cloud data analysts.
Describe key roles that interact with data within an organization.
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There are 4 modules in this course
Kickstart your cloud data analytics adventure! This module is your welcome party – meet the instructors, get a taste of what's ahead, and unlock the meaning of cloud data analytics'. You'll go back in time to explore its history and reveal the superpowers it gives you today.
What's included
11 videos9 readings3 assignments
Data analysis comes in many shapes and sizes. In this module, you’ll explore the difference between traditional data analysis and cloud data analysis, and learn more about the impact of cloud data analytics. You’ll also examine various billing models in cloud computing and Google’s cloud architecture framework.
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9 videos5 readings4 assignments
Data isn't static – it has a whole life story! In this module, you'll track its journey from birth to...well, sometimes deletion. Get the inside scoop on why managing this lifecycle is like having data superpowers – from disaster recovery to keeping costs in check. Plus, you'll tackle those nuanced rules and regulations in governance considerations.
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11 videos10 readings6 assignments
Check out a day in the life of a cloud data analyst! Discover how the cloud changes the game, and who you'll team up with to turn data into business-boosting insights. In this module, you'll dive into the nitty gritty of managing those data questions that make a real impact on an organization.
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