Data Transformation in the Cloud

Overview

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Hi learner! This is the third course of the Google Cloud Data Analytics Certificate. Tap into your creativity as you explore the world of advanced principles of data visualization. You'll discover the benefits and challenges of transforming data in the cloud and the common tools and methods used to collect, process, and store data.

Syllabus

Introduction to data transformation in the cloud

Embark on the ultimate data adventure! This module maps out the cloud data journey, revealing the secrets of collecting and preparing data to fuel those brilliant business insights. You’ll uncover the power of structure, the pros and cons of cloud transformation, and the essential tools that shape data along the way.

Handle raw data with data pipelines

Become the architect of data flow! Discover how a data pipeline works, guiding data from its origins all the way to analysis. You'll dive into each stage of the process and even get the chance to build your own SQL pipeline. Hands-on experience for the win!

Cloud data optimization strategies

Ready to streamline your data operations? This module is your guide to tackling the massive amounts of data that modern businesses generate. You'll explore strategies to optimize data for analysis, and you'll practice cleaning, summarizing, and joining data sets – skills that make your insights shine.