Data Engineering on AWS: build pipelines, lakehouses and streaming systems

From 67 C$ /h

Learn how data actually moves through a modern company: ingestion, storage, transformation, orchestration and serving. I am a Lead Data and Machine Learning Engineer in Berlin with 9 years of building these systems at Amazon, Delivery Hero, Goldman Sachs and Orion S.A. This class teaches the same architecture and tooling I use at work.

WHO IT IS FOR

Analysts and backend developers moving into data engineering.
Data scientists who keep getting blocked by broken or missing pipelines.
Students and career switchers who want a portfolio project that looks like real production work.
Engineers preparing for data engineering interviews or AWS certifications.

WHAT WE COVER

SQL that holds up under pressure: joins, window functions, query plans and performance.
Data modelling: star schemas, slowly changing dimensions, and how to design tables people can actually query.
Python for data engineering: clean, testable transformation code.
Batch pipelines with Airflow and dbt, including testing and data quality checks.
Spark for large datasets, and when you genuinely do not need it.
Streaming with Kafka and Kinesis: events, ordering, exactly once, and the traps.
AWS in depth: S3, Glue, Redshift, Athena, Lambda and IAM, plus cost control.
Lakehouse patterns with Databricks and Delta or Iceberg.
Infrastructure as code with Terraform, and CI CD for data.
Monitoring, alerting and what to do at 3am when a pipeline fails.

HOW IT WORKS

We pick a realistic project in the first lesson, for example a pipeline that ingests raw events and serves a clean analytics table, and we build it over the following sessions. You write the code, I review it live and explain the trade offs. You finish with a repository you can show in an interview.

We can also work on your own company's problems if you bring them, as long as you can share enough of the shape of the data.

PRACTICAL DETAILS

Lessons are in English, online via webcam, and I work comfortably across time zones. You should already be able to write basic Python and SQL. If you are not there yet, start with my Python, SQL and Machine Learning class and we build up to this one.

Extra information

Message me first with your current level, what you want to build and any deadline. I will send back a short plan for the first lessons.

What you need: a laptop, a stable connection, Zoom or Google Meet, and Python installed. An AWS free tier account is useful from about the third lesson but is not needed to start. Basic Python and SQL are expected for this class.

I am based in Berlin (CET) and regularly teach students in other time zones, so ask if you need an early or late slot.

Location

Online from Germany

About Me

I am a Lead Data and Machine Learning Engineer based in Berlin, with over 9 years of building production data and AI systems at Amazon, Delivery Hero, Goldman Sachs and, currently, Orion S.A. I have been teaching on Apprentus since 2021 alongside that work, and I teach exactly what I do every day rather than theory I read about once.

My students are usually one of four people: a complete beginner who wants to learn programming properly from zero, a university or bootcamp student whose Python, SQL or machine learning assignment has stopped making sense, a working professional moving into data engineering, data science or AI, or a candidate preparing for technical interviews. I enjoy all four, and I adapt completely to which one you are.

How I teach: we start with a short conversation about where you are now and what you actually want to reach. I do not hand out a fixed syllabus before I know that. Every lesson is hands on. You write code while I watch, I review it live, and I explain the reasoning behind the fix instead of just giving you the fix. That is the part that makes it stick.

You finish each session with something concrete: a working script, a clean notebook, a pipeline that runs, or an answer you could confidently give in an interview. Between lessons you get exercises and a project that grows week by week, so after a few months you have something real to show an employer.

I am patient with beginners who are starting from nothing, and direct with people who want to be pushed hard. If something you are doing would not survive in a real production system, I will say so, because that honesty is the reason to learn from a practitioner instead of a video course.

Lessons are in English, online via webcam, and I am used to working across time zones. My open source guide for machine learning interviews has more than 700 stars on GitHub, and I use the same material with students preparing for interviews.

Education

MSc in Computer Science, Concordia University Ann Arbor, United States (2021 to 2023), with a focus on machine learning and data systems.

BSc in Computer Science, Government College University Lahore, Pakistan (2013 to 2017), covering algorithms, databases and software engineering.

I also keep learning continuously through AWS, Google Cloud, Databricks and Terraform certification tracks.

Experience / Qualifications

WORK EXPERIENCE (9+ years)
Lead Data and Machine Learning Engineer, Orion S.A., Berlin (2024 to present)
Senior Data Engineer, Delivery Hero, Berlin
Senior Data Engineer, Amazon
Data Engineering consultant (contract), Goldman Sachs, London (2021)
Earlier roles at NorthBay Solutions (AWS Advanced Consulting Partner) and Teradata

WHAT I WORK WITH DAILY
Python, SQL, Spark, Kafka, Airflow, dbt, Databricks, Terraform
AWS (SageMaker, Bedrock, Glue, Redshift, S3), Google Cloud and BigQuery
Machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing
Generative AI: RAG, LangChain, vector databases, OpenAI and AWS Bedrock

CERTIFICATIONS
AWS Certified Machine Learning Specialty
AWS Certified Data Engineer Associate
AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate
AWS Certified Developer Associate
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
Google Cloud certified
HashiCorp Terraform Associate
Databricks certified
Deep Learning, Machine Learning and Statistics specializations

OPEN SOURCE
My machine learning interview guide on GitHub has more than 700 stars and is used by candidates preparing for data and ML interviews.

TEACHING
Teaching on Apprentus since April 2021.

Age

Adults (18-64 years old)

Student level

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Urdu

Panjabi

Pashto

Skills

Database

Python

Computer programming

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

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Python, SQL and Machine Learning with a Lead Data & AI Engineer (ex Amazon)

64 C$ /h

Learn Python, SQL, machine learning and AI from someone who builds these systems in production every day. I am a Lead Data and Machine Learning Engineer based in Berlin, with 9 years at Amazon, Delivery Hero, Goldman Sachs and now Orion S.A., and I have been teaching here since 2021.

WHO THIS CLASS IS FOR

Complete beginners who want to learn programming properly, from zero, with no assumptions.
University and bootcamp students stuck on Python, SQL, algorithms or a machine learning assignment.
Working professionals moving into data engineering, data science or AI roles.
Candidates preparing for technical interviews at product and tech companies.

WHAT WE CAN COVER

We pick the path together based on your goal. Options include:

Python fundamentals, clean code and object oriented programming
Data structures and algorithms, with the reasoning behind each choice
SQL and databases, from joins and window functions to designing a warehouse
Pandas, NumPy, data cleaning and exploratory analysis
Machine learning: regression, classification, trees, model evaluation, and the quiet mistakes that ruin a model
Deep learning and natural language processing foundations
Generative AI in practice: RAG, embeddings, vector databases, LangChain, OpenAI and AWS Bedrock
Data engineering on AWS: S3, Glue, Redshift, SageMaker, Airflow, Spark and dbt
Interview preparation, including mock interviews and system design for data roles

HOW LESSONS WORK

In the first lesson we work out where you are and what you actually want to reach, and I map a path to it. After that every session is hands on. You write code, I review it live, and I explain the reasoning rather than just handing you the answer.

You finish each lesson with something that works: a script, a notebook, a query, a pipeline, or an answer you could confidently give in an interview. Between lessons you get exercises and a project that grows week by week, so you end up with something real to show an employer.

WHY LEARN WITH ME

I teach what I do. The examples come from real systems that serve real users, not from textbook datasets. I will also tell you honestly when an approach will not hold up in production, which is the main reason to learn from a practitioner rather than a video course.

My open source guide for machine learning interviews has more than 700 stars on GitHub and is used by candidates preparing for data and ML roles.

PRACTICAL DETAILS

Lessons are in English, online via webcam, and I am comfortable working across time zones. Suitable for teenagers from 14 and for adults. No prior experience is needed for the beginner track.

Machine Learning and Generative AI in practice: from first model to RAG systems

67 C$ /h

This class is for people who already write some Python and now want to build machine learning and generative AI systems that work outside a notebook. I am a Lead Data and Machine Learning Engineer in Berlin with 9 years at Amazon, Delivery Hero, Goldman Sachs and Orion S.A., and I teach the same methods I use at work.

WHO IT IS FOR

Developers and analysts moving into machine learning or AI roles.
Students who understand the theory but have never shipped a model.
Founders and product people who want to build a real AI feature rather than a demo.
Anyone preparing for machine learning or AI engineering interviews.

WHAT WE COVER

Framing a problem: what is predictable, what is not, and how to tell before you waste a month.
Core machine learning: regression, classification, tree based models, feature engineering.
Model evaluation done properly: leakage, class imbalance, baselines, and why your accuracy score is lying to you.
Deep learning and natural language processing foundations.
Large language models in practice: prompting, structured output, evaluation and cost control.
Retrieval augmented generation end to end: chunking, embeddings, vector databases, reranking, and measuring whether the answers are actually correct.
Agents and tool use with LangChain and LangGraph.
Deployment: turning a model or an AI feature into a service, plus monitoring and drift.

HOW IT WORKS

We agree on a target project in the first lesson and build towards it. You write the code, I review it live and explain the reasoning. You leave with a working system in your own repository rather than a folder of tutorials.

I will tell you honestly when an approach will not survive real traffic or real data. That is the main reason to learn this from someone who runs it in production.

PRACTICAL DETAILS

Lessons are in English, online via webcam, and I work comfortably across time zones. You need working Python basics for this class. If you are starting from zero, book my Python, SQL and Machine Learning class instead and we build up to this one.

Youssef

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Hello, I am a doctoral student in electrical engineering and associate professor in engineering sciences, experienced in the field of electrical engineering, I offer support courses in the subjects of engineering sciences (Electronics, automatics, electrical engineering, automation, programming).

Digital electronics
Analog electronic
electromagnetism (propagation of high frequency waves)
Automatic (continuous, sampled)
electrical engineering (transformers, electrical machines, switching power supply)
C / c ++ programming, Assembler, ARM, STM32
renewable energy (wind, PV)
engineering Sciences
RDM
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PIC Microprocessor and Microcontroller
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These courses allow the student to get up to speed and regain confidence in all scientific subjects, just as they prepare him effectively for the Baccalaureate, the Preparatory Classes or various examinations of the engineering classes.

COURSE OBJECTIVES AND PEDAGOGICAL APPROACH

Resumption and deepening of fundamental concepts through exercises with course reminders.

Put the student in a situation of questioning and research.

Respond to individual issues and questions

Exercise training in order to achieve real mastery of the content.

Learn to build theoretical reasoning from observable facts or hypotheses.

Specific preparation for higher education requirements (in-depth content, increase in work capacity, enrichment of scientific background)

This educational approach is effective since it has often led me to interesting results with my students.

Associate professor provides support courses in electrical engineering

Adam

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(13)

Learn to code with method and logic
Whether it's to succeed in the NSI (Digital Sciences and Technology) specialization in high school, design personal projects, or prepare for higher scientific studies, mastering code relies on solid algorithmic thinking. I help students understand the structure of programming languages and the logic of data.

Subject areas and languages taught:

Algorithms & Logic: Designing data structures and solving problems.

Programming Languages: Python, C/C++, C# and Java.

Data Management: Analysis and SQL queries / databases.

Basic Web Development: HTML & CSS for creating structured pages.

The goal is to take the student from simply writing code to true autonomy in development.

Amin

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Python is the most in-demand programming language in the world right now — and one of the easiest to learn with the right guidance.
Whether you've never written a line of code or you're a student who needs to pass a programming course, this is a practical, no-fluff introduction that gets you writing real code from session one.
What we can cover depending on your goals:

Python fundamentals: variables, loops, functions, data structures
- Object-oriented programming (OOP)
- Data manipulation with pandas and NumPy
- Introduction to machine learning with scikit-learn
- Database management with SQL
- C and Java upon request
- MATLAB and R available for engineering/science students

Why learn with me?
I'm not a student teaching on the side — I'm a professional engineer who uses Python daily for data analysis, modeling, and automation. I know exactly which concepts matter in the real world and which ones you can skip for now.
Sessions are 100% personalized: I adapt the pace, the examples, and the exercises to your background and your goal — whether that's passing your university exam, building a project, or landing a job.

Adam

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doctoral student in engineering sciences provides support courses in analog and digital electronics at any DEUG level and engineering schools. having scientific and technical knowledge, three years of experience in the field of teaching, pedagogy and a sense of listening and analysis, I am able to help pupils and students and train them in the chapters of which they are having difficulty. for more info please contact me

Enrique

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Don't settle for anything less than excellence.
I am an Aerospace Engineer with a Master's degree in Quantum Physics and have completed Ph.D. work at the University of Cambridge in Computational Physics. Additionally, I have 4 years of experience developing MATLAB and possess deep programming skills in MATLAB/Simulink family, C/C++, Fortran, and Python.

With over 12 years of tutoring experience, I have successfully guided more than 50 students worldwide to achieve distinction in various fields. Consistent results are my priority, and I strive for excellence in all aspects of my teaching.

My lessons are customized to meet each student's unique needs and are designed to be engaging and insightful.

Whether you are at a school level or require advanced or professional-level instruction, I offer support in the following areas:
- Preparation for IB/IA, A-Levels, GCSE, University Entry, or equivalent.
- Experience in preparing students to access world-class schools and universities, including Cambridge University, Oxford, Ivy League and other top institutions in the UK and US.
- University levels (undergraduate and postgraduate).
- High school studies and diploma programs.
- Assistance with specific projects at a professional level, including job interview preparation.
- Extensive experience working with children.

Every lesson is meticulously planned in advance to ensure that it aligns with your goals and targets areas for improvement.
I prioritize a dynamic and interactive learning experience, with one-on-one sessions tailored to your individual requirements. Lessons will be conducted via webcam, enabling you to connect from anywhere.

I have a highly flexible schedule and can adapt to accommodate your needs.
If you have any questions about my teaching method, availability, or pricing, please don't hesitate to reach out. I am here to assist you and provide the support you need.

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* This digital training aims to introduce you to the Scratch tool and through the game world, and gradually, to discover programming concepts such as loops, conditions or variables. It is aimed at anyone who is new to Scratch and who wants to create games and animations.

* Learning programming will allow students to develop their skills and will certainly allow them to meet the expectations of the future working world and emerging careers.

* In addition, learning programming allows the development of algebraic, algorithmic and computational thinking. Programming also helps to improve and develop students' sequencing ability, as well as their communication skills. Thus, there are several advantages to teaching programming, but the important thing is to remember that this learning teaches students that digital is not only for entertainment, but that it is possible to become creators. active and creative content.

Gaëlle

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While adults are still debating whether kids should use AI, they are already using it.
The question isn't "should they?" it's "how do we do it intelligently?"

In this course, your child will discover:
✓ What AI actually is: not magic, not mystery. How machines think, what they can do, what they can't
✓ How ChatGPT really works: not just "ask a question and get an answer," but why it responds that way, where it fails, when to trust it
✓ What LLMs are (Large Language Models): in language they understand, not tech jargon
✓ Create with AI: custom avatars, interactive stories, real projects using real tools
✓ Think critically about AI: Bias, privacy, creativity. What does AI do better than humans? What can't it do?
✓ Real-world applications: How AI transforms medicine, education, art, gaming, everyday life

Why this is different:
Most AI courses for kids teach "here's the tool, use it." I teach how to think about AI.
Your child will learn to see AI not as black magic or a solution to everything, but as a powerful tool with real limits.
And, more importantly: that they can control how they use it.

What they take home:
Real projects they created (custom avatar, interactive app, analysis of a real AI case study). A genuine understanding of how it works. And the ability to use AI responsibly and creatively.

Format: Online | 60–90 min sessions | Flexible, adapted to their age and pace

For curious kids asking "How does ChatGPT actually know things?"

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Python is a powerful and versatile programming language with countless possibilities. You can use it for data analysis, image processing, automation, software development, hardware control, and much more.

Do you want to create your own software?
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Automate repetitive tasks?
Control or manage your own hardware?

Whether you are just starting to learn Python or already have a specific project and need some guidance, I would be happy to help you.

My goal is to explain things clearly, adapt to your level, and help you understand not only how to make something work, but also why it works.

Let's turn your ideas into working Python projects!

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Master Python with Personalized Courses

Discover the art of programming with Python courses tailor-made to meet your specific needs. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or professional, my lessons are suitable for all levels.

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As a Python expert, I have a passion for teaching and sharing my knowledge. My goal is to guide you effectively in your learning journey.

Book Your First Lesson:

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I specialize in teaching ICT, computer science, and programming to help students develop essential digital skills for today's tech-driven world. My lessons are designed to guide you through both foundational concepts and more advanced topics, depending on your current level. I teach you very easy methods to understand complex parts of programming, breaking down difficult concepts into simple, digestible steps. Whether you’re a complete beginner looking to understand basic computer operations or an advanced learner aiming to master coding, networking, or system administration, I tailor each lesson to your needs. You will work on real-world projects, and I will provide exercises to reinforce learning and track your progress. Let's build your technical expertise together!

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I teach Python specifically for finance and data applications - the kind used in economics, business analytics, and quantitative programs. This isn't a general "learn to code" course; it's built around real financial data, benchmarking, and the workflows you'll actually use in coursework or early career work.

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Python Level 1Workshop

**Course Description**

Want to learn programming from scratch? This beginner-friendly Python course introduces students to coding through interactive lessons, practical exercises, and fun mini-projects.

Students will learn how to write Python programs, work with different types of data, take user input, make decisions using conditions, and repeat actions using loops. Each concept is explained step by step with real-life examples and hands-on coding activities.

**What You Will Learn**

* **Lesson 1: Your First Python Program** — Learn the `print()` function, display messages, and create simple programs.
* **Lesson 2: Variables and Data Types** — Store and work with text, numbers, and other basic data.
* **Lesson 3: User Input and Calculations** — Build interactive programs that accept user input and perform calculations.
* **Lesson 4: Conditional Statements** — Use `if`, `elif`, and `else` to make programs respond to different situations.
* **Lesson 5: Loops and Mini-Projects** — Use loops to repeat actions and apply your skills in practical coding challenges.

**Hands-On Projects**

Students will apply their learning by building beginner-friendly projects such as a calculator, a number-guessing game, and a Rock-Paper-Scissors game.

**Who Is This Course For?**

* Children and teenagers aged 8–16.
* Complete beginners with no prior programming experience.
* Students who want to develop logical thinking, problem-solving, and computational skills.
* Learners who want to explore programming through practical projects.

**My Teaching Approach**

I explain concepts step by step, use relatable examples, and encourage students to write their own code instead of simply copying solutions. Lessons are adapted to each student's pace, with coding exercises and challenges to strengthen understanding.

**No prior coding experience is required.** Students need a computer and an internet connection to participate.

By the end of Level 1, students will have a solid foundation in Python basics and the confidence to start creating their own simple programs.