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Big Data Collection and Storage in AWS

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Big Data Collection and Storage in AWS

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

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1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Master AWS services like Kinesis, IoT, DynamoDB, and S3 for big data solutions.

  • Learn to design scalable and secure storage systems for large datasets in the cloud.

  • Gain practical skills in configuring real-time data processing and collection workflows.

  • Understand the complexities of data encryption, permissions, and lifecycle management in AWS.

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May 2026

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There are 2 modules in this course

In this module, we will explore the fundamental AWS services used to collect data, including Kinesis, IoT, and SQS. We will dive into real-time data collection with Kinesis streams and Firehose, discuss sensor data collection using IoT, and learn how to queue messages with SQS. Additionally, we will examine the role of the Kinesis agent in ingesting logs and storing data into S3.

What's included

8 videos2 readings1 assignment

In this module, we will focus on AWS storage solutions, primarily S3 and DynamoDB, for big data workflows. We will cover the essentials of S3, including data organization, encryption, and permissions. Additionally, we will dive into DynamoDB, exploring its tables, read/write capacity, and indexing strategies. The module also addresses optimizing storage costs and configuring reactive systems with DynamoDB streams.

What's included

8 videos1 reading3 assignments

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