Data Mesh Demystified

Mastering Data Mesh: Building Scalable, Decentralized Data Architectures for Modern Organizations

Created by: Manas Jain
Cloud Data Solutions & Strategic Leader

What Will I Learn?

• Understand Data Mesh Principles: Explain key principles like Domain Ownership, Data as a Product, and Federated Governance in Data Mesh.
• Compare Traditional Data Architectures vs. Data Mesh: Identify how Data Mesh solves challenges of traditional architectures, such as scalability and data silos.
• Design and Implement a Self-Serve Data Platform: Build a self-serve platform for teams to access and manage data autonomously within your organization.
• Data Governance and Quality Practices Implement governance and data quality management in a decentralized Data Mesh environment to ensure security and complianc

Requirements

• There are no strict prerequisites for taking this course, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced professionals. However, having the following skills or knowledge will be beneficial: Basic Understanding of Data Concepts: Familiarity with basic data concepts like databases, data storage, and data management will help grasp the more advanced concepts of Data Mesh. Experience with Data Architecture (Optional): Some experience with data architecture, data warehouses, or data pipelines would make it easier to understand the comparisons between traditional systems and Data Mesh. Comfort with Technology and Cloud Platforms (Optional): Having a general understanding of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP is helpful, especially when discussing the tools and technologies used in Data Mesh. Eagerness to Learn: Most importantly, a willingness to learn new concepts and explore modern data architectures is all you really need!

Target audience

• Data Architects and Engineers: Professionals responsible for designing and building data systems will find this course valuable as it explores modern Data Mesh architectures, providing insights into scaling and decentralizing data management.
• Business Intelligence (BI) Professionals: Those working in BI roles who want to understand how Data Mesh can improve data access and collaboration across departments will benefit from learning how to implement decentralized data governance and self-serve platforms.
• Data Governance and Quality Specialists: Professionals focused on data governance and quality will gain a deeper understanding of how Data Mesh addresses challenges around data compliance, quality, and security in a decentralized environmen
• IT Leaders and Decision Makers: IT managers and leaders seeking to modernize their organization’s data architecture and improve collaboration across teams will find this course helpful for evaluating Data Mesh as a solution.
• Learners New to Data Mesh Concepts: If you're curious about new approaches to data architecture, particularly Data Mesh, and want to learn how to apply it in real-world settings, this course provides an accessible introduction.