Data Engineering Essentials with Python, Bash, and SQL — PickAClass
3.7 (3) ⏱ 3h 📚 30 lessons 🎧 Audio version

Data Engineering Essentials with Python, Bash, and SQL

Build a solid foundation in data engineering by mastering the essential programming, scripting, and database skills required to manage modern data pipelines.

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About this course

Data engineering is the backbone of the modern technology landscape, requiring a unique blend of coding, automation, and database management. This course provides a structured path for beginners to acquire these critical technical skills through clear, written instruction and practical examples. You will progress from understanding basic syntax to implementing automated workflows and complex queries, gaining the confidence to handle core data infrastructure tasks. What you'll learn: - Understand core Python concepts including modern type hints and efficient data structures for processing information. - Master Bash scripting to automate repetitive tasks and manage file systems within a command-line environment. - Apply SQL techniques to design schemas, perform complex joins, and optimize data retrieval from relational databases. - Practice building foundational data pipelines that integrate scripting and database management. - Explore modern concepts such as container fundamentals and basic infrastructure-as-code principles. - Learn to write clean, maintainable code using industry-standard formatting and basic testing practices. The course begins with essential terminology and environment setup before moving into hands-on scripting and database exercises designed to simulate professional data workflows. This course is designed for absolute beginners and aspiring data professionals who want to learn the technical pillars of data engineering without prior experience. Start your journey into the world of data infrastructure today.

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Lessons completed 14 / 14
Practice questions 26 / 28
Assignments submitted 4 (avg 4.5 / 5)
Capstone project Reviewed — 4.6 / 5
Total practice 6.2 hrs
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Time to completion 11 days (median: 22)
Mastery score 91 / 100
Practice-question score 94%
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Reviews (3)

Benjamin Schneider KE Verified learner
★ 3 · August 12, 2026

Thoroughly enjoyed this course. The way the information was presented was excellent, and the practical applications were highlighted effectively. Great job!

Олжас Айтбаев KZ
★ 4 · July 14, 2026

It's a solid course. The structure is logical and most of the examples were helpful. Could use a few more real-world scenarios though.

Sultan Jemal ET Verified learner
★ 4 · May 31, 2026

Brilliant course design. The way concepts build on each other is seamless. Very practical and well-explained.

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