Overview

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This course is designed to provide a deep dive into Elasticsearch, a powerful search and analytics engine. Beginning with the installation process, you'll be introduced to the core concepts that make Elasticsearch a go-to tool for handling large datasets. The first section lays the foundation, covering everything from basic installation to an introduction to RESTful APIs, which are integral to interacting with Elasticsearch. As you progress, the course delves into mapping and indexing, crucial for organizing and querying data effectively. You'll work with real-world datasets, such as MovieLens, to gain hands-on experience in connecting to clusters, importing data, and understanding analyzers and tokenizers. These modules are designed to build your confidence in managing data at scale, ensuring you can handle complex operations like bulk data insertion and concurrency issues with ease. The final section of the course focuses on the powerful search capabilities of Elasticsearch. You’ll explore various querying methods, including fuzzy queries and partial matching, and learn how to optimize searches using pagination, sorting, and filters. By the end of the course, you’ll have a robust understanding of how to implement and scale Elasticsearch in real-world scenarios, making you a valuable asset in any data-driven environment. This course is ideal for data engineers, developers, and IT professionals looking to master Elasticsearch. A basic understanding of databases and data structures is recommended but not required, as the course begins with foundational concepts and progresses to advanced techniques.

Syllabus

Installing and Understanding Elasticsearch

In this module, we will lay the foundation for your journey with Elasticsearch by focusing on installation and key concepts. You’ll learn how to install Elasticsearch, grasp the basics of its architecture, and explore the powerful RESTful APIs that enable interaction with the system. We’ll also cover essential topics like TF/IDF, scalability, and new features in Elasticsearch 8, ensuring you're up to speed with the latest advancements.

Mapping and Indexing Data

In this module, we will delve into the intricacies of mapping and indexing data in Elasticsearch. You’ll learn how to connect to your cluster, index data using various methods, and manage data through updates and deletions. The module also covers dealing with concurrency, using analyzers and tokenizers, and implementing advanced data models. By the end, you’ll be equipped to structure and manage your data effectively in Elasticsearch.

Searching with Elasticsearch

In this module, we will explore the search functionalities of Elasticsearch in depth. You’ll learn how to perform searches using the Query Lite interface and JSON search, as well as how to refine your searches with advanced techniques like phrase matching, fuzzy queries, and partial matching. We’ll also cover essential topics such as pagination, sorting, and using filters to narrow down search results, ensuring you can retrieve the most relevant data quickly and efficiently.