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Introduction to Cassandra (TTDS6776)

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Duration:

24.00 hours

19.5 CPD hours

Overview:

The Cassandra (C*) database is a massively scalable NoSQL database that provides high availability and fault tolerance, as well as linear scalability when adding new nodes to a cluster. It has many powerful capabilities, such as tunable and eventual consistency, that allow it to meet the needs of modern applications, but also introduce a new paradigm for data modeling that many organizations do not have the expertise to use in the best way.Introduction to Cassandra is a hands-on course designed to teach attendees the basics of how to create good data models with Cassandra. This technical course has a focus on the practical aspects of working with C*, and introduces essential concepts needed to understand Cassandra, including enough coverage of internal architecture to make good decisions. It is hands-on, with labs that provide experience in core functionality. Students will also explore CQL (Cassandra Query Language), as well as some of the anti-patterns that lead to non-optimal C* data models and be ready to work on production systems involving Cassandra.

Description:

The Cassandra (C*) database is a massively scalable NoSQL database that provides high availability and fault tolerance, as well as linear scalability when adding new nodes to a cluster. It has many powerful capabilities, such as tunable and eventual consistency, that allow it to meet the needs of modern applications, but also introduce a new paradigm for data modeling that many organizations do not have the expertise to use in the best way.Introduction to Cassandra is a hands-on course designed to teach attendees the basics of how to create good data models with Cassandra. This technical course has a focus on the practical aspects of working with C*, and introduces essential concepts needed to understand Cassandra, including enough coverage of internal architecture to make good decisions. It is hands-on, with labs that provide experience in core functionality. Students will also explore CQL (Cassandra Query Language), as well as some of the anti-patterns' that lead to non-optimal C* data models and be ready to work on production systems involving Cassandra.

Course Outline:

Session 1: Cassandra Overview

Why We Need Cassandra - Big Data Challenges vs RDBMS
High level Cassandra Overview
Cassandra Features
Optional: Basic Cassandra Installation and Configuration

Session 2: Cassandra Architecture and CQL Overview

Cassandra Architecture Overview
Cassandra Clusters and Rings
Nodes and Virtual Nodes
Data Replication in Cassandra
Introduction to CQL
Defining Tables with a Single Primary Key
Using cqlsh for Interactive Querying
Selecting and Inserting/Upserting Data with CQL
Data Replication and Distribution
Basic Data Types (including uuid, timeuuid)

Session 3: Data Modeling and CQL Core Concepts

Defining a Compound Primary Key
CQL for Compound Primary Keys
Partition Keys and Data Distribution
Clustering Columns
Overview of Internal Data Organization
Overview of Other Querying Capabilities
ORDER BY, CLUSTERING ORDER BY, UPDATE, DELETE, ALLOW FILTERING
Batch Queries
Data Modeling Guidelines
Denormalization
Data Modeling Workflow
Data Modeling Principles
Primary Key Considerations
Composite Partition Keys
Defining with CQL
Data Distribution with Composite Partition Key
Overview of Internal Data Organization

Session 4: Additional CQL Capabilities

Indexing
Primary/Partition Keys and Pagination with token()
Secondary Indexes and Usage Guidelines
Cassandra collections
Collection Structure and Uses
Defining and Querying Collections (set, list, and map)
Materialized View
Overview
Usage Guidelines

Session 5: Data Consistency In Cassandra

Overview of Consistency in Cassandra
CAP Theorem
Eventual (Tunable) Consistency in C* - ONE, QUORUM, ALL
Choosing CL ONE
Choosing CL QUORUM
Achieving Immediate Consistency
Overview of Other Consistency Levels
Supportive Consistency Mechanisms
Writing / Hinted Handoff
Read Repair
Nodetool repair

Session 6: Internal Mechanisms

Ring Details
Partitioners
Gossip Protocol
Snitches
Write Path
Overview / Commit Log
Memtables and SSTables
Write Failure
Unavailable Nodes and Node Failure
Requirements for Write Operations
Read Path Overview
Read Mechanism
Replication and Caching
Deletion/Compaction Overview
Delete Mechanism
Tombstones and Compaction

Session 7: Working with IntelliJ

Configuring JDBC Data Source for Cassandra
Reading Schema Information
Querying and Editing Tables.

, Session 1: Cassandra Overview

Why We Need Cassandra - Big Data Challenges vs RDBMS
High level Cassandra Overview
Cassandra Features
Optional: Basic Cassandra Installation and Configuration
Session 2: Cassandra Architecture and CQL Overview

Cassandra Architecture Overview
Cassandra Clusters and Rings
Nodes and Virtual Nodes
Data Replication in Cassandra
Introduction to CQL
Defining Tables with a Single Primary Key
Using cqlsh for Interactive Querying
Selecting and Inserting/Upserting Data with CQL
Data Replication and Distribution
Basic Data Types (including uuid, timeuuid)
Session 3: Data Modeling and CQL Core Concepts

Defining a Compound Primary Key
CQL for Compound Primary Keys
Partition Keys and Data Distribution
Clustering Columns
Overview of Internal Data Organization
Overview of Other Querying Capabilities
ORDER BY, ALLOW FILTERING
Batch Queries
Data Modeling Guidelines
Denormalization
Data Modeling Workflow
Data Modeling Principles
Primary Key Considerations
Composite Partition Keys
Defining with CQL
Data Distribution with Composite Partition Key
Overview of Internal Data Organization
Session 4: Additional CQL Capabilities

Indexing
Primary/Partition Keys and Pagination with token()
Secondary Indexes and Usage Guidelines
Cassandra collections
Collection Structure and Uses
Defining and Querying Collections (set, and map)
Materialized View
Overview
Usage Guidelines
Session 5: Data Consistency In Cassandra

Overview of Consistency in Cassandra
CAP Theorem
Eventual (Tunable) Consistency in C* - ONE, ALL
Choosing CL ONE
Choosing CL QUORUM
Achieving Immediate Consistency
Overview of Other Consistency Levels
Supportive Consistency Mechanisms
Writing / Hinted Handoff
Read Repair
Nodetool repair
Session 6: Internal Mechanisms

Ring Details
Partitioners
Gossip Protocol
Snitches
Write Path
Overview / Commit Log
Memtables and SSTables
Write Failure
Unavailable Nodes and Node Failure
Requirements for Write Operations
Read Path Overview
Read Mechanism
Replication and Caching
Deletion/Compaction Overview
Delete Mechanism
Tombstones and Compaction
Session 7: Working with IntelliJ

Configuring JDBC Data Source for Cassandra
Reading Schema Information
Querying and Editing Tables.

Available Delivery Options for Introduction to Cassandra (TTDS6776)

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How many CPD hours does Introduction to Cassandra (TTDS6776) provide?

The 3 day Introduction to Cassandra (TTDS6776) course gives you up to 19.5 CPD hours/structured learning hours.

Who is the correct audience for Introduction to Cassandra (TTDS6776)?

This course is deal for software developers, database administrators, and data architects interested in learning about distributed database management systems for large-scale data processing.

Do you provide training for Introduction to Cassandra (TTDS6776)?

Yes, we provide corporate training, dedicated training and closed classes for Introduction to Cassandra (TTDS6776). This can take place anywhere in United Kingdom including London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh or live online.

What is the duration of Introduction to Cassandra (TTDS6776)?

The Introduction to Cassandra (TTDS6776) training takes place over 3 day(s), with each day lasting approximately 24.00 hours including breaks.

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Nexus Human are recognised as one of the best training companies. Our trainers have won awards including Small Firms Best Trainer, national training partner of the year for Ireland, and global top 30 instructor awards in 2012, 2019 and 2021.

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Yes, the discount code PENPAL5 is currently available for Introduction to Cassandra (TTDS6776) training. Only one discount code can be used per booking.

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