DataCamp

Parallel Programming with Dask in Python

Engineering and Technology

Short Description

Learn how to use Python parallel programming with Dask to upscale your workflows and efficiently handle big data.

Long Description

Enhance Python Code Efficiency with Parallel Processing Using Dask This comprehensive 4-hour course delves into the utilization of parallel processing with Dask in Python to significantly accelerate your workflows. When dealing with extensive datasets, two common challenges arise: excessive memory consumption and lengthy execution times. The Dask library effectively addresses these issues by loading data chunks only when necessary, thereby reducing memory usage. Additionally, it leverages all available computing cores in parallel, resulting in faster runtimes. Remarkably, integrating Dask into your existing Python code requires minimal modifications. Master the Analysis of Large Structured Data with Dask DataFrames Throughout this course, you will employ Dask to analyze diverse datasets, such as Spotify song data, sign language gesture images, weather data trends, audio recordings, and big data machine learning model training. Begin by acquiring a solid foundation in Dask, exploring the potential of parallel processing in Python to expedite virtually any code. Subsequently, delve into Dask DataFrames and arrays, and discover how to leverage them for in-depth analysis of extensive structured data. Harness Dask-ML for Machine Learning Model Training With the completion of the 51 exercises included in this course, you will gain proficiency in processing various data types, utilizing Dask bags to handle both unstructured and structured data. Finally, you will acquire the skills to employ Dask in Python for training machine learning models, thereby optimizing your computing speeds.

Course Details

Duration
4 hours
Format
Short Course
Price
USD39.00
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DataCamp is an online learning platform that offers interactive courses and tutorials for data science and analytics. It provides a wide range of courses covering topics such as Python, R, SQL, machine learning, data visualization, and more. The platform offers a hands-on learning experience through coding exercises and projects, allowing users to practice and apply their skills in real-world scenarios. DataCamp also offers a personalized learning experience with adaptive learning technology that adjusts the course content based on the user's skill level and progress. It is widely used by individuals, professionals, and organizations to enhance their data science skills and stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in the field.