Databricks SQL and AI/BI for Data Analysts

Databricks is one of the most in demand big data tools around. More than 20,000 organizations worldwide, including adidas, AT&T, Bayer, Block, Mastercard, Rivian, Unilever, and over 60% of the Fortune 500, rely on Databricks to build and scale data and AI apps, analytics and agents.

We will be focussing specifically on Databricks SQL and the AI/BI features built into the platform.

Databricks SQL is a powerful tool used for querying and analyzing large datasets, making it highly relevant in today's data driven world. Combined with AI/BI Dashboards and Genie Spaces, you can now build natural language analytics experiences on top of your data, giving business users self serve access to insights without writing a single line of SQL. Learning these skills can significantly enhance your employability and career prospects.

This course can be taken by experienced data analysts who are interested in learning about Databricks, or aspiring data analysts with no prior experience. I will teach you everything you need to know, including how to code in SQL.

It can also be taken as a guide for students who are aiming to achieve the Databricks Certified Data Analyst Associate certification.

The course is packed with lectures and hands on development, more than enough to keep you engaged and learning throughout.

The course is aimed at teaching you data analysis on Databricks, Unity Catalog, the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform, and the AI powered analytics tools that make Databricks SQL stand out.

The curriculum is extensive and will cover a variety of areas including:

• Set Up and Overview

• Databricks Queries

• Storing and Managing Data with Databricks

• External and Managed Tables

• Data Analysis with SQL

• Data Lakehouse Architecture

• Delta File Format

• Genie Code (Databricks Assistant)

• Data Visualization and AI/BI Dashboards

• Genie Spaces

• Access Control and Data Governance

• Unity Catalog

  
  

About the Instructor

15+ years in data. Recognised Databricks Champion, an honour given to a small global community for deep platform expertise and contribution to the wider ecosystem.