Apache NiFi: Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners to Experts

GroupLayout: Apache NiFi Step by Step for All Levels: Beginner to Expert

Course Headline:

🌟 Flow File, Back Pressure, Prioritization, Data Provenance and Real World Implementation Concepts with Hands-On Learning! 🌟

Course Description:

Welcome to the comprehensive journey into the world of data engineering with Apache NiFi! This course is meticulously designed to prepare you for a real-world Data Engineer role by leveraging the power of NiFi.

Why Choose this Course?

• Zero to Hero: Whether you're starting as a beginner or looking to advance your skills to the expert level, this course covers all the topics in Apache Nifi with real-world use cases. You don't need any prior understanding to start this course.
• Real-World Challenges: We delve into understanding real-world Enterprise Data flow problems and their challenges.
• NiFi Essentials: Learn why tools like Apache Nifi are indispensable and get an introduction to Apache Nifi.
• Hands-On Learning: Engage with practical, hands-on implementation of NiFi concepts in a learning environment that mirrors real-world scenarios.

Course Structure Overview:

1. Understanding the Basics

   • Introduction to Apache Nifi and its role in handling data workflows.
   • Navigating the NiFi User Interface and understanding how a NiFi Flow File operates internally.
   • Step-by-step installation guide for Java, Maven, and Apache Nifi.
   • Exploring various login identity providers in Nifi for secure access.

2. Setting Up Your Environment

   • A guided setup of Nifi on Windows, including updating usernames and passwords.
   • Familiarizing with the Nifi folder structure, including the bin repository, logs, and extensions.
   • A simplistic demo to help you navigate the NiFi User Interface intuitively.

3. Core Concepts and Beyond

   • Mastering basic concepts like Expression Language, Funnels, and Variables.
   • Deep dives into advanced concepts such as Context Service, Parameter Contexts, and Templates.
   • Hands-On implementation of all the use cases covered in the course.

4. Practical Implementation

   • Building a pipeline to create a controller service for database connections and writing data to MySQL DB.
   • Understanding the importance of logging, monitoring pipelines, and clustering in Nifi.

5. Bonus Materials

   • Access to Git links for all templates used throughout the course for your future reference.

Prerequisites:

• No NiFi knowledge required to start this course.
• Basic programming skills: To help you understand and manipulate the code within NiFi.
• Basic database knowledge: Understanding data flow into and out of databases is crucial.
• Big Data entry-level knowledge: A foundational understanding of Big Data concepts will be beneficial.

Embark on your journey to becoming a proficient Apache NiFi user and unlock the full potential of your data engineering skills. Enroll now and transform your career with real-world expertise in Apache Nifi! 🚀💻🎉