Apache Cassandra Certification Training

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Edureka

Join the master Cassandra architecture and administration. Ace its integration with Hadoop, Spark, and Kafka.

Mode

Online

Quick Facts

particular details
Medium of instructions English
Mode of learning Self study, Virtual Classroom
Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based
Frequency of Classes Weekends

Course overview

The Apache Cassandra Certification Training course by Edureka has been designed strategically to align with the demands and requirements of the industry. The course curriculum will enable you to grab mastery over multiple essential concepts associated with Apache Cassandra. You will learn the installation, configuration, and monitoring of Apache Cassandra. 

Furthermore, the programme covers the integration of Cassandra with Hadoop, Kafka, and other Apache frameworks. You will gain an understanding of database, Node, and table operations, along with the skills to manage and monitor the Cluster. The course covers performance tuning and restoring the Cassandra database over the cloud.

Upon completion of the Apache Cassandra Certification Training, Edureka certifies the learners as Apache Cassandra Professionals. Also, through assignments, interactive sessions, presentations, and the project, you will acquire techniques and skills to function as a Cassandra Expert. As the programme has an instructor-led training model, you get to interact with the instructors who help you gain a better understanding and enhanced learning outcomes. 

The highlights

  • 24 hours of instructor-led sessions
  • Industry-based project
  • Edureka certification
  • Practical case studies
  • Community forum
  • Hands-on training
  • 24x7 technical support

Program offerings

  • Instructor-led learning
  • Practical case studies
  • 24x7 support team
  • Edureka certification
  • Industry-based project
  • Online training

Course and certificate fees

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

Edureka

Who it is for

The professionals who can benefit from the Edureka Apache Cassandra Training and Certification include, but are not limited to:

  • Software Engineer
  • Data Analyst
  • Big Data Developer
  • Solution Delivery Consultant
  • Software Architect
  • Application Developer
  • Data Administrator
  • ETL Developer
  • Data Architect
  • Senior Business Intelligence Developer 
  • Big Data Engineer
  • NoSQL Data Developer

Eligibility criteria

There are no specific prerequisites for Edureka’s Apache Cassandra Certification Training. However, understanding of Linux command-line is desirable. Also, a decent knowledge of Java and database/data warehouse concepts can be beneficial during the training.

Moreover, to be eligible for the Edureka certificate, you have to work on a live project. In the project, you can apply the newly learned skills and concepts from the Apache Cassandra Certification Training programme. You can send the project to the Edureka support team by an email. The deadline for submission is anywhere within two weeks from the date of course completion. 

Then, a panel of industry professionals reviews the project. Based on the evaluation, you will be provided with a grade and Edureka’s Apache Cassandra Professional Certificate.

What you will learn

Database management

After completing the Edureka Apache Cassandra Certification Training programme, you will acquire the following skills: 

  • Deep understanding of the NoSQL database and its features such as scalability, availability, and fault tolerance
  • In-depth knowledge of the fundamental concepts associated with Cassandra, including its architecture, data models, and history
  • Ability to perform data ingestion and database and table operations
  • Proficiency in performing multi-node cluster setup and multiple other node operations using the nodetool
  • Develop the capability to host Cassandra on the Cloud and implement an end-to-end Cassandra project
  • Understanding of managing and monitoring clusters through the use of Cassandra Admin Operations

The syllabus

Introduction to Big Data, and Cassandra

Topics
  • Introduction to Big Data and Problems caused by it
  • 5V – Volume, Variety, Velocity, Veracity and Value
  • Traditional Database Management System
  • Limitations of RDMS 
  • NOSQL databases
  • Common characteristics of NoSQL databases
  • CAP theorem
  • How Cassandra solves the Limitations?
  • History of Cassandra
  • Features of Cassandra
Hands On
  • Edureka VM tour

Cassandra Data Model

Topics
  • Introduction to Database Model
  • Understand the analogy between RDBMS and Cassandra Data Model
  • Understand following Database Elements: Cluster, Keyspace, Column Family/Table, Column
  • Column Family Options 
  • Columns 
  • Wide Rows, Skinny Rows 
  • Static and dynamic tables
Hands On
  • Creating Keyspace 
  • Creating Tables

Cassandra Architecture

Topics
  • Cassandra as a Distributed Database
  • Key Cassandra Elements
    • Memtable
    • Commit log
    • SSTables
  • Replication Factor
  • Data Replication in Cassandra
  • Gossip protocol – Detecting failures
  • Gossip: Uses
  • Snitch: Uses
  • Data Distribution
  • Staged Event-Driven Architecture (SEDA) 
  • Managers and Services 
  • Virtual Nodes: Write path and Read path
  • Consistency level
  • Repair
  • Incremental repair

Deep Dive into Cassandra Database

Topics
  • Replication Factor
  • Replication Strategy
  • Defining columns and data types
  • Defining a partition key
  • Recognizing a partition key
  • Specifying a descending clustering order
  • Updating data
  • Tombstones
  • Deleting data
  • Using TTL
  • Updating a TTL
Hands-on/Demo
  • Create Keyspace in Cassandra
  • Check Created Keyspace in System_Schema.Keyspaces  
  • Update Replication Factor of Previously Created Keyspace
  • Drop Previously Created Keyspace
  • Create A Table Using cqlsh
  • Create A Table Using UUID & TIMEUUID
  • Create A Table Using Collection & UDT Column
  • Create Secondary Index On a Table
  • Insert Data Into Table
  • Insert Data into  Table with UUID & TIMEUUID Columns
  • Insert Data Using COPY Command
  • Deleting Data from Table

Node Operations in a Cluster

Topics
  • Cassandra nodes
  • Specifying seed nodes
  • Bootstrapping a node
  • Adding a node (Commissioning) in Cluster
  • Removing (Decommissioning) a node
  • Removing a dead node
  • Repair
  • Read Repair
  • What’s new in incremental repair
  • Run a Repair Operation
  • Cassandra and Spark Implementation
Hands-on/Demo
  • Commissioning a Node
  • Decommissioning a Node
  • Nodetool Commands

Managing and Monitoring the Cluster

Topics
  • Cassandra monitoring tools
  • Logging 
  • Tailing 
  • Using Nodetool Utility
  • Using JConsole
  • Learning about OpsCenter
  • Runtime Analysis Tools
Hands-on/Demo
  • JMX and Jconsole
  • OpsCenter

Backup & Restore and Performance Tuning

Topics
  • Creating a Snapshot
  • Restoring from a Snapshot
  • RAM and CPU recommendations
  • Hardware choices
  • Selecting storage
  • Types of Storage to Avoid
  • Cluster connectivity, security and the factors that affect distributed system performance
  • End-to-end performance tuning of Cassandra clusters against very large data sets
  • Load balance and streams
Hands-on/Demo
  • Creating Snapshots
  • Integration with Kafka
  • Integration with Spark

Hosting Cassandra Database on Cloud

Topics
  • Security
  • Ongoing Support of Cassandra Operational Data
  • Hosting a Cassandra Database on Cloud
Hands-on/Demo
  • Hosting Cassandra Database on Amazon Web Services

Admission details

For enrolling in the Apache Cassandra Certification Training by Edureka, follow the below-mentioned steps:
Step 1. Visit Edureka at https://www.edureka.co/

Step 2. Find the “Apache Cassandra Certification Training” web page by searching on the website.

Step 3. Click on the “Enrol Now” tab on the bottom of the webpage.

Step 4. Fill your contact details such as email address and phone number in the registration form.

Step 5. Now, select a batch from the already available weekend batches, or you can skip the batch selection.

Step 6. Lastly, make the fee payment. 


Filling the form

For registering in the Edureka Apache Cassandra Certification Training programme, you have to provide your details in the registration form. The particulars asked for, including your name, email id, and phone number. Once you provide the information, select a suitable batch and then proceed for fee payment. After paying the applicable course fee, submit the application form for successful enrolment.

How it helps

The Apache Cassandra Certification Training focuses on familiarising you with Apache Cassandra's basics. You can attain fluency in the concepts of NoSQL and the Cassandra use cases. You will also gain expertise in the application of Cassandra's backup and recovery tools, along with the ability to perform Performance tuning.

The Apache Cassandra Certification Training course allows you to hold interactions with expert instructors. Through the instructor-led training, you can learn industry skills and techniques to reinforce the learning further. Besides, with the live project implementation, you will gain hands-on training in the field. Apache Cassandra is being used by several of the industry’s top companies; including Microsoft, Walmart, Netflix, Intuit, PayPal, and Intuit. So, with Edureka’s training programme, you can give your career a boost for the better.

FAQs

From where can I learn Apache Cassandra?

To learn Apache Cassandra, you can take help from video tutorials, books, and courses offered by several institutions. Edureka, however, provides a certificate upon completion of the Apache Cassandra Certification Training. 

Is it essential to know NoSQL to learn Cassandra?

An understanding of the fundamentals of NoSQL databases is essential to understand Apache Cassandra thoroughly. With Edureka’s Apache Cassandra Training and Certification, you will be working with a curriculum that covers all significant concepts and principles that are important to master Apache Cassandra.

What is the future scope of Edureka Apache Cassandra Certification Training?

The demand for Apache Cassandra experts is increasing at a rapid pace as more and more industries are putting Cassandra to use. From fraud detection systems to IoT, Apache Cassandra has found its application in several companies. 

What is the duration of the Apache Cassandra Certification Training?

The duration of the Apache Cassandra Certification Training by Edureka is a four weeks course with weekend batches. The sessions are of 24 hours- online and instructor-led.

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