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This course is an introduction to building forecasting solutions with Google Cloud. You start with sequence models and time series foundations. You then walk through an end-to-end workflow: from data preparation to model development and deployment with Vertex AI. Finally, you learn the lessons and tips from a retail use case and apply the knowledge by building your own forecasting models.

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What You'll Learn

  • Understand the main concepts and the applications of a sequence model, time series, and forecasting.
  • Identify the options to develop a forecasting model on Google Cloud.
  • Describe the workflow to develop a forecasting model by using Vertex AI.
  • Prepare data (including ingestion and feature engineering) by using BigQuery and Vertex managed datasets.
  • Train a forecasting model and evaluate the performance by using AutoML.
  • Deploy and monitor a forecasting model by using Vertex AI Pipelines.
  • Build a forecasting solution from end-to-end using a retail dataset.

Who Should Attend

  • Professional data analysts, data scientists, and ML engineers who want to build end-to-end high performance forecasting solutions on Google Cloud and add automation to the workflow.
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Prerequisites

Having one or more of the following:

  • Basic knowledge of Python syntax
  • Basic understanding of machine learning models
  • Prior experience building machine learning solutions on Google Cloud

Learning Journey

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Module 1: Course Introduction

  • This module addresses the reasons to build a forecasting solution on Google Cloud
  • and introduces the learning objectives

Module 2: Time Series and Forecasting Fundamentals

  • This module provides a theoretical foundation of types of sequence models, time series patterns and analysis, and forecasting notations.

Module 3: Forecasting Options on Google Cloud

  • This module introduces two major options to build a forecasting solution on Google Cloud: BigQuery ML and Vertex AI Forecast (AutoML). It also investigates the unique features of Vertex AI Forecast and explores an end-to-end workflow with AutoML.

Module 4: Data Preparation

  • This module explores the transformation of original data to the data types and format supported by Vertex AI. It also introduces the different types of features in time series and the best practices for data ingestion.

Module 5: Model Training

  • This module walks learners through the model training and demonstrates the configuration details such as the setup of context window, forecast horizon, andoptimization objective.

Module 6: Model Evaluation

  • This module describes the training data split, demonstrates the evaluation metrics, and recommends the approaches to improve the model performance.

Module 7: Model Deployment

  • This module demonstrates model prediction, specifically the batch prediction with Vertex AI Forecast. It also explores machine learning operations (MLOps) and the transition from development to production.

Module 8: Model Monitoring

  • This module describes model drift and the approach of model retraining. It also demonstrates the automation of the forecasting workflow by using Vertex AI Pipelines.

Module 9: Vertex Forecasting in Retail

  • This module describes a use case to build a forecasting solution with Vertex AI Forecast in a retail store. It demonstrates the steps and considerations, walks through a pilot study with two different datasets, and discusses the challenges and lessons.

Module 10: Course Summary

  • This module addresses the main features of Vertex AI Forecast and summarizes the main topics of each module.

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    These certifications are recognized globally and highly sought after by employers, as they demonstrate your ability to design, develop, and manage scalable and secure cloud solutions on GCP.

    Google Cloud-certified professionals are in high demand, opening doors to new career opportunities and higher earning potential.

  • What to expect for the examination?

    Google Cloud offers a variety of certification exams across different levels (Foundational, Associate, and Professional) covering various job roles and specializations.

    The exams typically consist of multiple-choice and multiple-select questions, as well as scenario-based questions that assess your ability to apply your knowledge in real-world situations.

    Note: Certification requirements and policies may be updated by Google Cloud from time to time. We apologize for any discrepancies; do get in touch with us if you have any questions.

  • How long is Google Cloud Platform (GCP) certification valid for?

    Most Google Cloud certifications, including Professional-level certifications, are valid for two years from the date of passing the exam.

    The Cloud Digital Leader and Associate Cloud Engineer certifications are valid for three years from the date of passing the exam.

    To maintain your certification, you will need to recertify by passing the latest version of the same exam or an equivalent higher-level certification exam before your current certification expires.

    You will receive a notification from Google Cloud prior to your certification's expiration date.

    Note: Certification requirements and policies may be updated by Google Cloud from time to time. We apologize for any discrepancies; do get in touch with us if you have any questions.

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