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Data Modeling & Warehousing Fundamentals in Data Engineering

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Data Modeling & Warehousing Fundamentals in Data Engineering

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9 hours to complete
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

9 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Design star schema data models with fact and dimension tables that enable intuitive self-service business intelligence reporting.

  • Apply third normal form normalization to optimize database structure while maintaining query performance through indexing strategies.

  • Use advanced SQL window functions to calculate rolling metrics, rankings, and time-series analytics for complex data analysis.

  • Implement database replication and incremental loading techniques to ensure high availability and efficient data warehouse updates.

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March 2026

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20 assignments¹

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Taught in English

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There are 11 modules in this course

You will explore the foundational concepts of dimensional modeling and understand how star schema design enables self-service business intelligence reporting.

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2 videos2 readings1 assignment1 ungraded lab

You will apply dimensional modeling concepts to implement complete star schemas and validate their designs for business intelligence effectiveness.

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1 video1 reading3 assignments

You will establish a solid foundation in database normalization principles, understand Third Normal Form requirements, and begin applying these concepts to real-world database scenarios.

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1 video1 reading2 assignments

You will implement normalization techniques while applying strategic performance optimization methods, including indexing, query optimization, and selective denormalization for real-world database scenarios.

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3 videos1 reading2 assignments

You will establish foundational understanding of SQL window functions, master the OVER() clause syntax, and implement basic window function queries for analytical calculations.

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3 videos1 reading1 assignment

You will master advanced window function applications including rolling calculations, ranking functions, and comprehensive analytical implementations that mirror production data engineering workflows.

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2 videos1 reading3 assignments

You will understand the critical importance of database replication for high availability, explore fundamental concepts of streaming replication and physical replication slots, and gain foundational knowledge needed for implementing fault-tolerant database architectures.

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3 videos1 reading1 assignment

You will implement complete streaming replica configuration, validate replication health through monitoring, and demonstrate mastery by configuring a production-ready high availability setup with sub-5-second lag performance.

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1 video1 reading2 assignments

You will understand the fundamental concepts of incremental loading and prepare for hands-on implementation.

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3 videos2 readings2 assignments

You will implement complete incremental loading workflows using hands-on practice and demonstrate mastery.

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2 videos2 readings2 assignments

You will design and implement a complete data warehouse solution that integrates dimensional modeling, database optimization, advanced SQL analytics, high availability infrastructure, and efficient data loading processes to support enterprise business intelligence reporting.

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4 readings1 assignment

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