The Apache Airflow Data Engineering Training by Multisoft Virtual Academy is a meticulously crafted course designed for aspirants aiming to master workflow orchestration. This immersive training introduces participants to the core concepts of Apache Airflow, emphasizing DAG creation, operator utilization, task templates, and advanced features.
2. info@multisoftvirtualacademy.com www.multisoftvirtualacademy.com (+91) 8130-666-206
About Multisoft
Take your skills to next level with Multisoft Virtual Academy, one of the leading
certification training providers in the market. Collaborating with top technology
companies, we offer world-class one-on-one and corporate trainings to empower
professionals and businesses around the world. Delivering high-quality trainings through
Multisoft’s global subject matter experts, we offer more than 1500 courses in various
domains. Multisoft offers tailored corporate training; project Based Training,
comprehensive learning solution with lifetime e-learning access, after training support
and globally recognized training certificates.
About Course
The Apache Airflow Data Engineering Training by Multisoft Virtual Academy is a
meticulously crafted course designed for aspirants aiming to master workflow
orchestration. This immersive training introduces participants to the core concepts of
Apache Airflow, emphasizing DAG creation, operator utilization, task templates, and
advanced features.
3. info@multisoftvirtualacademy.com www.multisoftvirtualacademy.com (+91) 8130-666-206
Module 1: Introduction to Apache Airflow
What is Apache Airflow?
Airflow vs. other workflow management systems
Key concepts: DAG, operators, tasks, etc.
Module 2: Airflow Installation & Setup
Prerequisites & installation steps
Setting up the Airflow metadata database
Running the Airflow web server and scheduler
Module 3: Understanding DAGs (Directed Acyclic Graphs)
Basics of DAGs
Creating simple DAGs
Best practices in DAG design
Module 4: Working with Operators
Basic, transfer, and database operators
Using PythonOperator and BashOperator
Custom operators: creation and use
Module 5: Advanced Task Features
Task dependencies and relationships
Dynamic task generation
Retries and failure handling
4. info@multisoftvirtualacademy.com www.multisoftvirtualacademy.com (+91) 8130-666-206
Module 6: Task Templates & Jinja Templating
Templated commands
Using macros in Airflow
Passing variables to templates
Module 7: Monitoring & Logging
The Airflow web interface: overview and features
Task logs and metadata
Troubleshooting failed tasks
Module 8: Parallel and Distributed Execution
Understanding Airflow executors: Sequential, Local, Celery, Kubernetes
Scaling Airflow with distributed execution
Monitoring worker nodes
Module 9: Advanced Features & Plugins
Creating custom plugins
Extending Airflow's capabilities
Integrating with external systems
Module 10: Security & Authentication
Configuring user authentication
Role-based access
Secure execution of DAGs
5. info@multisoftvirtualacademy.com www.multisoftvirtualacademy.com (+91) 8130-666-206
Module 11: Best Practices & Use Cases
Design patterns in Airflow
Tips for maintainable and scalable DAGs
Real-world data engineering use cases
Module 12: Moving Forward with Airflow
Keeping up with the Airflow community
Future trends and updates
Transitioning to a production environment
TARGET AUDIENCE
Data Engineers
Data Scientists
Workflow Developers
ETL Developers
Big Data Professionals
DevOps Engineers
Data Analysts
PRE-REQUISITES
Basic understanding of programming (preferably Python).
Familiarity with data processing concepts.
Knowledge of database management systems.
Basic understanding of SQL.
Experience with command-line interfaces.
Awareness of cloud platforms (like AWS, GCP, Azure) is advantageous but not mandatory.