This course covers techniques for analyzing very large data sets. We introduce the MapReduce programming model and the core technologies it relies on in practice, such as a distributed file system. Related approaches and technologies from distributed databases and Cloud Computing will also be introduced. Particular emphasis is placed on practical examples and hands-on programming experience. Both plain MapReduce and database-inspired advanced programming models running on top of a MapReduce infrastructure will be used.
We will use Piazza for online course discussions. Please sign up at piazza.com/northeastern/fall2016/cs6240
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