TBDEG - Getting Started in Data Engineering: The Basics

New to data engineering or curious about what's involved with this line of work? Join this beginner-friendly intro talk to learn the fundamentals of the role, key tools (Python, SQL, GitHub, Airflow, cloud platforms, etc.), and how to stand out with a strong portfolio. Discover practical project ideas—like ETL pipelines with public datasets, batch/streaming processing, and cloud-based warehouses—that demonstrate real skills to employers. Walk away with actionable steps to start building projects and be on the path to land your first interview.