Getting Started with Apache Cassandra from Coursera

The “Getting Started with Cassandra” course is designed to help you gain knowledge of the Cassandra database system. You will learn architecture as well as how to design, build and use Cassandra databases.

This training course helps you develop your skills and knowledge in Cassandra. Cassandra is a NoSQL database that has the traits of a distributed, open-source, and decentralized database or storage system. It can support the management of excessively massive amounts of structured data without a single point of failure, thereby resulting in the provision of highly available services.

This course contains 3+ hours of training videos. Learners could find a total of 35 lectures in the training course with comprehensive coverage of all topics regarding “Getting Started with Cassandra”.

These lectures are divided into 3 Modules and each module is further split into lessons. The entire

course includes Assessments to validate knowledge checks of learners. Also, a set of Graded Questions is available at the end of every module.

Module 1: Data and Storage Models in Cassandra

Module 2: Cassandra Architecture and Query Language

Module 3: Security, Deployment, Monitoring, and Maintenance in Cassandra

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Syllabus

Data and Storage Models in Cassandra

Welcome to the Getting Started with Cassandra Course. By enrolling in this course, you are taking the first step to kickstart your career in Cassandra. In the first week of the course, you'll learn about Cassandra's Introduction, Data, and Storage models. This course will help learners to describe the fundamentals of Cassandra. By the end of this course, you will be able to we'll learn the Course Introduction, the Basics of Databases, and the uses of Cassandra. This course is for ETL Developers, Software Engineers, Architects, and Big Data Engineers/Developers

Cassandra Architecture and Query Language

In the second week of this course, we'll learn to configure Cassandra Architecture and analyze its Services. We'll also analyze Cassandra Query Language (CQL) Basics using simple queries. After this, we'll end the module by exploring and demonstrating CQL Basics and commands.

Security, Deployment, Monitoring, and Maintenance in Cassandra

In the third week of this course, we'll learn about how to design and implement Cassandra Security. We'll also describe the concepts of Cassandra Deployment and Maintenance with its process. After this, we'll end the module by exploring and demonstrating Cassandra's Maintenance and Monitoring Process.

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Teaches data and storage models in Cassandra, which are highly relevant in industry

Taught by Whizlabs, who are recognized for their work in IT and software engineering

Develops foundational knowledge and skills for Cassandra that are useful for career growth and development

Provides a mix of media, such as videos, lectures, and assessments, for a comprehensive learning experience

Covers core concepts of Cassandra, including architecture, query language, security, deployment, and monitoring

May require learners to have some prior experience with databases or data management

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Getting Started with Apache Cassandra with these activities:

Review Data Modeling Concepts

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Strengthen your data modeling skills to better understand and design Cassandra data models.

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Review the principles of data modeling.
Practice creating and normalizing data models.
Discuss data modeling concepts with other students or experts.

Attend a Cassandra Community Meetup

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Connect with other Cassandra users and experts to share knowledge and learn about best practices.

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Find a local Cassandra Community Meetup.
Attend the meetup and participate in discussions and demos.
Network with other attendees and exchange ideas.

Review 'Cassandra: The Definitive Guide'

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Reinforce your understanding of the core principles and concepts of Cassandra by reading this highly recommended book.

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Purchase and read the book.
Take notes on key concepts and highlight important sections.
Review your notes and reflect on the material covered.

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Configure Cassandra Security

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Solidify your understanding of securing Cassandra by working through hands-on exercises and scenarios.

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Set up a test Cassandra cluster.
Implement authentication and authorization mechanisms.
Test your security configurations and troubleshoot any issues.

Build a Cassandra Deployment Strategy

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Explore different deployment strategies for Cassandra and learn how to optimize performance and availability.

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Identify your deployment requirements and constraints.
Research and evaluate different deployment strategies.
Implement and configure your chosen deployment strategy.
Monitor and evaluate the performance of your deployment.

Contribute to the Cassandra Open Source Community

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Deepen your understanding of Cassandra and give back to the community by contributing to open source projects.

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Identify a project or area where you can contribute.
Join the Cassandra community and connect with other contributors.
Make code contributions, write documentation, or participate in discussions.
Review and provide feedback on others' contributions.

Career center

Learners who complete Getting Started with Apache Cassandra will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Big Data Engineer

Big Data Engineers design, build, and maintain big data systems and infrastructure. They also work with data scientists and other stakeholders to ensure that data is available and accessible for analysis. The “Getting Started with Apache Cassandra” course can help individuals prepare for a career as a Big Data Engineer by providing them with a strong foundation in Apache Cassandra, a NoSQL database management system that is commonly used for big data applications. The course covers topics such as data modeling, query language, and data management, which are all essential skills for Big Data Engineers.

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Data Engineer

Data Engineers design, build, and maintain data pipelines and infrastructure. They also work with data scientists and other stakeholders to ensure that data is available and accessible for analysis. The “Getting Started with Apache Cassandra” course can help individuals prepare for a career as a Data Engineer by providing them with a strong foundation in Apache Cassandra, a NoSQL database management system that is commonly used for big data applications. The course covers topics such as data modeling, query language, and data management, which are all essential skills for Data Engineers.

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ETL Developer

ETL Developers extract, transform, and load data from various sources into a data warehouse or data lake. The “Getting Started with Apache Cassandra” course can help individuals prepare for a career as an ETL Developer by providing them with a strong foundation in Apache Cassandra, a NoSQL database management system that is commonly used for big data analytics. The course covers topics such as data modeling, query language, and data management, which are all essential skills for ETL Developers.

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators are responsible for the installation, maintenance, and monitoring of database management systems. They also work with users to ensure that the database is meeting their needs. The “Getting Started with Apache Cassandra” course can help individuals prepare for a career as a Database Administrator by providing them with a strong foundation in Apache Cassandra, a popular open-source NoSQL database management system. The course covers topics such as Cassandra architecture, data modeling, query language, security, and monitoring, which are all essential skills for Database Administrators.

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Database Designer

Database Designers design and build databases that meet the needs of an organization. They also work with database administrators to ensure that the database is implemented and maintained efficiently and reliably. The “Getting Started with Apache Cassandra” course can be useful for individuals who want to pursue a career as a Database Designer by providing them with a strong foundation in Apache Cassandra, a NoSQL database management system that is commonly used for big data applications. The course covers topics such as data modeling, query language, and data management, which are all essential skills for Database Designers.

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Data Warehouse Architect

Data Warehouse Architects design and build data warehouses and data marts. They also work with data analysts and other stakeholders to ensure that the data warehouse meets their needs. The “Getting Started with Apache Cassandra” course can be useful for individuals who want to pursue a career as a Data Warehouse Architect by providing them with a strong foundation in Apache Cassandra, a NoSQL database management system that is commonly used for big data analytics. The course covers topics such as data modeling, query language, and data management, which are all essential skills for Data Warehouse Architects.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists use data to build predictive models and solve business problems. The “Getting Started with Apache Cassandra” course can be useful for individuals who want to pursue a career as a Data Scientist by providing them with a strong foundation in Apache Cassandra, a NoSQL database management system that is commonly used for big data analytics. The course covers topics such as data modeling, query language, and data management, which are all essential skills for Data Scientists.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts collect, process, and analyze data to help organizations make informed decisions. The “Getting Started with Apache Cassandra” course can be useful for individuals who want to pursue a career as a Data Analyst by providing them with a strong foundation in Apache Cassandra, a NoSQL database management system that is commonly used for big data analytics. The course covers topics such as data modeling, query language, and data management, which are all essential skills for Data Analysts.

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Systems Analyst

Systems Analysts analyze and design computer systems and applications. They also work with users to ensure that the system meets their needs. The “Getting Started with Apache Cassandra” course can be useful for individuals who want to pursue a career as a Systems Analyst by providing them with a strong foundation in Apache Cassandra, a NoSQL database management system that is commonly used for big data applications. The course covers topics such as data modeling, query language, and data management, which are all essential skills for Systems Analysts.

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Cloud Architect

Cloud Architects design and manage cloud computing infrastructure and services. They also work with customers to ensure that their applications and data are securely and efficiently deployed in the cloud. The “Getting Started with Apache Cassandra” course can be useful for individuals who want to pursue a career as a Cloud Architect by providing them with a strong foundation in Apache Cassandra, a NoSQL database management system that is commonly used for big data applications in the cloud. The course covers topics such as data modeling, query language, and data management, which are all essential skills for Cloud Architects.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers work with developers and operations teams to ensure that software is deployed and maintained efficiently and reliably. The “Getting Started with Apache Cassandra” course can be useful for individuals who want to pursue a career as a DevOps Engineer by providing them with a strong foundation in Apache Cassandra, a NoSQL database management system that is commonly used for big data applications. The course covers topics such as data modeling, query language, and data management, which are all essential skills for DevOps Engineers.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain software applications. They also work with users to ensure that the software is meeting their needs. The “Getting Started with Apache Cassandra” course can be useful for individuals who want to pursue a career as a Software Engineer by providing them with a strong foundation in Apache Cassandra, a NoSQL database management system that is commonly used for big data applications. The course covers topics such as data modeling, query language, and data management, which are all essential skills for Software Engineers.

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Cloud Security Engineer

Cloud Security Engineers design and implement security measures to protect cloud computing infrastructure and services from unauthorized access and attacks. The “Getting Started with Apache Cassandra” course can be useful for individuals who want to pursue a career as a Cloud Security Engineer by providing them with a strong foundation in Apache Cassandra, a NoSQL database management system that is commonly used for big data applications in the cloud. The course covers topics such as security and data protection, which are essential skills for Cloud Security Engineers.

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Data Privacy Analyst

Data Privacy Analysts analyze and protect an organization's data from unauthorized access and misuse. The “Getting Started with Apache Cassandra” course can be useful for individuals who want to pursue a career as a Data Privacy Analyst by providing them with a strong foundation in Apache Cassandra, a NoSQL database management system that is commonly used for big data applications. The course covers topics such as security and data protection, which are essential skills for Data Privacy Analysts.

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Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts design and implement security measures to protect an organization's computer systems and networks from unauthorized access and attacks. The “Getting Started with Apache Cassandra” course can be useful for individuals who want to pursue a career as an Information Security Analyst by providing them with a strong foundation in Apache Cassandra, a NoSQL database management system that is commonly used for big data applications. The course covers topics such as security and data protection, which are essential skills for Information Security Analysts.

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Reading list

We've selected six books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Getting Started with Apache Cassandra.

Montana ... Bringing the Land Back to Life

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Provides a comprehensive overview of Cassandra. It good choice for anyone who wants to learn more about Cassandra or use it in their own projects.

Montana ... bringing the land back to life : a...

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Montana ... Bringing the Land Back to Life: A Guide...

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Designing Data-Intensive Applications

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Provides a guide to using Cassandra for big data analytics. It good choice for those who want to learn more about how to use Cassandra to store and analyze large amounts of data.

Designing Data-Intensive Applications: The Big...

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Designing Data-Intensive Applications: The Big...

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Practical Cassandra

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Provides a beginner-friendly introduction to Cassandra, with a focus on the basics of its architecture, data model, and query language. It good choice for those who are new to Cassandra.

Practical Cassandra: A Developer's Approach...

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NoSQL Distilled

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Provides a general overview of NoSQL databases, including Cassandra. It good choice for those who want to learn more about the different types of NoSQL databases and how to choose the right one for their project.

NoSQL Distilled: A Brief Guide to the Emerging...

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NoSQL for Mere Mortals

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Provides a non-technical overview of NoSQL databases, including Cassandra. It good choice for those who want to learn more about NoSQL databases without getting bogged down in technical details.

NoSQL for Mere Mortals

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NoSQL for Mere Mortals

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Apache Hadoop YARN

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Provides a general overview of distributed systems, including Cassandra. It good choice for those who want to learn more about the principles of distributed systems.

Apache Hadoop YARN: Moving beyond MapReduce and...

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Getting Started with Apache Cassandra

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