This course bridges the gap between raw data and production-ready AI systems. In 2026, the value of a machine learning model is defined by the reliability of the data pipelines that feed it. This program transforms you into an MLOps-ready engineer capable of building automated, scalable, and observable data architectures.

Data Engineering Essentials
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Data Engineering Essentials
This course is part of Hands-On MLOps Fundamentals for ML Engineers Specialization

Instructor: Mumshad Mannambeth
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What you'll learn
Build scalable data pipelines using Pandas Polars and Apache Spark for diverse dataset sizes
Architect real time streaming solutions with Apache Kafka and feature stores for live ML inference
Automate complex ML workflows using Airflow and Prefect to ensure reliable continuous training
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