Big Data Basic Learning Path - Making value out of data: data analytics Created byLaia Güell Paule|Updated05 October 2023With the world becoming increasingly digital, data is turning into an incredible high-value asset; nowadays, it is called “the fuel of the digital economy” or “the most valuable asset of an organization”. But what exactly is data? Are there different kinds of data? Where does it come from? What is big data? How can you extract value out of data? What tools and methods can be used to analyze data? What is the Data, Information, Knowledge, Wisdom pyramid? What are the opportunities and challenges of data analytics? As you can see, the topics is very broad, touching many aspects of computer science, like AI, networks, computing platform, software… This learning path will take you through different resources that will introduce you to those different subjects and provide answers to these questions (and probably raise many others). It also includes some practical resources to that you can get a grasp of how concretely this all can work. Introductory learning materialsLecture27 July 2024Introduction to Data Analytics Learn more about data analytics in this beginner-level course offered by IBM on Coursera. Guide27 July 2024From data to knowledge Advances in hardware and software have helped information science develop significantly in the last couple of years. Machine and deep learning have made knowledge extraction and data analysis much more efficient – helping us to solve problems and... MOOC 25 June 2026Python Basics for Data Science MOOC This beginner-friendly MOOC, IBM: Python Basics for Data Science, designed by IBM will quickly take participants from zero to programming in Python in just a few hours. By completing this course participants will be able to to write their own Python Online Up to 4 WeeksBasic Other training material27 July 2024Explained: What is Big Data? An explanatory video on the topic of big data for children, parents and teachers. Basic Lecture27 July 2024Data analytics in a privacy-concerned world Delve into the article to gain a deeper understanding of the dynamic relationship between data analytics and privacy in today's data-centric world. See more materialsSee less materialsAdvanced learning materialsCourse 25 June 2026Fundamentals of Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R The course is ideal for workers in the public sector who are already in their careers or are just starting out and want to improve their skills to analyse public data efficiently. Online Up to 4 WeeksBasic +1IntermediateCourse 15 June 2026EUHubs4Data Training Catalogue The aim of the EUHubs4Data project is to stimulate greater participation of European SMEs and start-ups in the data economy. The project partners recently released a catalouge of training courses to support the interested parties in aquiring the skills to be able to dive into a data-driven innovation ecosystem and make the most out of it. The catalogue gathers courses that have been developed by the partners´ organizations and extended network. Blended Up to 3 MonthsAll levelsBasic, Intermediate, Advanced, Digital ExpertGuide24 July 2024Matplotlib Tutorial This tutorial offered by W3Schools provides a detailed explanation of Matplotlib: a comprehensive library for creating static, animated, and interactive visualisations in Python. Created by John D. Hunter, Matplotlib is an open source, low level... Methodology27 July 2024OECD's Good Practice Principles for Data Ethics in the Public Sector OECD has taken a significant step forward in this direction with its publication of the "Good Practice Principles for Data Ethics in the Public Sector." These principles underscore the importance of ethical data handling and utilization, promoting values-based actions that prioritize human rights and integrity in the realm of digital government. Advanced +1Digital ExpertCourse 12 June 2026Introducing Open Data Introducing Open Data is an e-learning program curated by data.europa.eu, tailored for individuals eager to grasp the essence and advantages of open data. Through an array of webinars, reading materials, and practical tools, participants will embark on a journey of discovery, exploring the boundless potential for creativity and innovation that open data holds. Online Up to 1 WeeksBasic +1IntermediateSee more materialsSee less materialsLearning path DetailsDigital skill levelBasicDigital technology / specialisationBig DataLog in to comment
Lecture27 July 2024Introduction to Data Analytics Learn more about data analytics in this beginner-level course offered by IBM on Coursera.
Guide27 July 2024From data to knowledge Advances in hardware and software have helped information science develop significantly in the last couple of years. Machine and deep learning have made knowledge extraction and data analysis much more efficient – helping us to solve problems and...
MOOC 25 June 2026Python Basics for Data Science MOOC This beginner-friendly MOOC, IBM: Python Basics for Data Science, designed by IBM will quickly take participants from zero to programming in Python in just a few hours. By completing this course participants will be able to to write their own Python Online Up to 4 WeeksBasic
Other training material27 July 2024Explained: What is Big Data? An explanatory video on the topic of big data for children, parents and teachers. Basic
Lecture27 July 2024Data analytics in a privacy-concerned world Delve into the article to gain a deeper understanding of the dynamic relationship between data analytics and privacy in today's data-centric world.
Course 25 June 2026Fundamentals of Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R The course is ideal for workers in the public sector who are already in their careers or are just starting out and want to improve their skills to analyse public data efficiently. Online Up to 4 WeeksBasic +1Intermediate
Course 15 June 2026EUHubs4Data Training Catalogue The aim of the EUHubs4Data project is to stimulate greater participation of European SMEs and start-ups in the data economy. The project partners recently released a catalouge of training courses to support the interested parties in aquiring the skills to be able to dive into a data-driven innovation ecosystem and make the most out of it. The catalogue gathers courses that have been developed by the partners´ organizations and extended network. Blended Up to 3 MonthsAll levelsBasic, Intermediate, Advanced, Digital Expert
Guide24 July 2024Matplotlib Tutorial This tutorial offered by W3Schools provides a detailed explanation of Matplotlib: a comprehensive library for creating static, animated, and interactive visualisations in Python. Created by John D. Hunter, Matplotlib is an open source, low level...
Methodology27 July 2024OECD's Good Practice Principles for Data Ethics in the Public Sector OECD has taken a significant step forward in this direction with its publication of the "Good Practice Principles for Data Ethics in the Public Sector." These principles underscore the importance of ethical data handling and utilization, promoting values-based actions that prioritize human rights and integrity in the realm of digital government. Advanced +1Digital Expert
Course 12 June 2026Introducing Open Data Introducing Open Data is an e-learning program curated by data.europa.eu, tailored for individuals eager to grasp the essence and advantages of open data. Through an array of webinars, reading materials, and practical tools, participants will embark on a journey of discovery, exploring the boundless potential for creativity and innovation that open data holds. Online Up to 1 WeeksBasic +1Intermediate