Cassandra for Developers Training

Cassandra for Developers

Immerse yourself in the expansive world of Cassandra, a leading NoSQL database. This course encompasses the essential elements of Cassandra, delving deep into its architecture, data model, and CQL.

Through hands-on labs, developers will experience firsthand the practical aspects of data modeling and the intricate internals of Cassandra, setting the stage for advanced database applications.

What will you learn?

Embark on a comprehensive journey through Cassandra, the renowned NoSQL database solution. Designed specifically for developers, this intensive training covers:

Foundation Knowledge: Grasp the fundamentals of Big Data and NoSQL, including the pivotal CAP theorem and NoSQL's ideal use cases.
Dive into Cassandra: Get acquainted with Cassandra's architecture, principles, and the nuances of its data model.
Hands-on with CQL: Understand the Cassandra Query Language, focusing on data layout, TTL, querying, updates, and collections.
Advanced Data Modeling: Delve into secondary indexes, composite keys, time series data, and best practices.
Interact using Java: Explore Cassandra's Java driver, with an emphasis on CRUD operations and asynchronous queries.
Unveil the Internals: Uncover what makes Cassandra tick, including sstables, memtables, and the intricacies of read/write paths.
Administration and Optimization: Get insights into the best practices for setting up and optimizing Cassandra, ensuring robust performance and reliability.

Requirements:

Comfortable in Java programming language.
Comfort with the Linux environment: Familiarity with command line operations and file editing using vi or nano.

Course Outline*:

*We know each team has their own needs and specifications. That is why we can modify the training outline per need.

1. Introduction to Big Data / NoSQL:

Overview of NoSQL
Grasping the CAP theorem
Identifying the ideal NoSQL scenarios
Insights into columnar storage and the NoSQL ecosystem

2. Cassandra Basics:

Understanding design and architecture
Learning about nodes, clusters, and datacenters
Interacting with keyspaces, tables, rows, and columns
Hands-on lab: Interacting with Cassandra via CQLSH

3. Data Modeling – Part 1:

Delving into CQL
Working with different CQL data types and primary keys
Experimenting with collections and data layout
Lab: Engaging data modeling exercises using CQL

4. Data Modeling – Part 2:

Exploring secondary indexes and composite keys
Mastering time series data and related best practices
Labs: Creating and using indexes; modeling time series data

5. Data Modeling Labs:

Group sessions on designing and modeling
Delving into multiple use cases from varied domains
Implementing a selected scenario

6. Cassandra Drivers:

Introduction to Cassandra's Java driver
Conducting CRUD operations using Java
Lab: Leveraging Java API for Cassandra

7. Cassandra Internals:

Deep dive into the core of Cassandra's design
Understanding sstables, memtables, and caching

8. Administration:

Selecting the right hardware
Exploring Cassandra distributions
Delving into best practices for maintenance and optimization
Lab: Installing Cassandra and benchmarking

9. Bonus Lab:

Creating a music service akin to Pandora/Spotify using Cassandra.

Hands-on learning with expert instructors at your location for organizations.

Level:

Intermediate

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Level:

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Duration:

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Level:

Intermediate

Duration:

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Networking opportunities with fellow participants.

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Cassandra for Developers

What will you learn?

Requirements:

Course Outline*:

1. Introduction to Big Data / NoSQL:

2. Cassandra Basics:

3. Data Modeling – Part 1:

4. Data Modeling – Part 2:

5. Data Modeling Labs:

6. Cassandra Drivers:

7. Cassandra Internals:

8. Administration:

9. Bonus Lab:

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