Course Description

This 2-day IBM InfoSphere DataStage – Advanced Data Processing training course (2M423G) is designed to introduce you to advanced parallel job data processing techniques in DataStage v11.5. In this course you will develop data techniques for processing different types of complex data resources including relational data, unstructured data (Excel spreadsheets), and XML data. In addition, you will learn advanced techniques for processing data, including techniques for masking data and techniques for validating data using data rules.

Finally, you will learn techniques for updating data in a star schema data warehouse using the DataStage SCD (Slowly Changing Dimensions) stage. Even if you are not working with all of these specific types of data, you will benefit from this course by learning advanced DataStage job design techniques, techniques that go beyond those utilized in the DataStage Essentials course.

Course Summary

Next Public Course Dates

UK & Europe:

  • 23 - 24 June 2026
  • 14 - 15 July 2026
  • 28 - 29 July 2026

US & Canada:

  • 7 - 8 July 2026
  • 21 - 22 July 2026
  • 4 - 5 August 2026

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Prerequisites
Duration
  • 2 Days
Available Formats
  • Public Virtual Live Instructor-Led
  • Private Virtual Live Instructor-Led
  • Private Onsite
Audience
  • Experienced DataStage developers seeking training in more advanced DataStage job techniques and who seek techniques for working with complex types of data resources.

Course Modules

Accessing databases

  • Topic 1:  Connector stage overview
  • Topic 2:  Connector stage functionality
  • Topic 3:  Error handling in Connector stages
  • Topic 4:  Multiple input links
  • Topic 5:  File Connector stage
  • Demonstration 1: Handling database errors
  • Demonstration 2:  Parallel jobs with multiple Connector input links
  • Demonstration 3:  Using the File Connector stage to read and write
  • HDFS files

Testimonials

“The content was great for an introduction to Tableau. I truly appreciate the way Michael was able to explain everything, and would recommend this class to anyone needing to get their feet wet with Tableau.”

★★★★★

- Shianne DeGeorge, Business Intelligence Group, Kaiser Permanente

“The trainer was INCREDIBLE. He was extremely passionate, made sure to consistently ask if anybody needed help, logged on early to answer any questions, and was an overall great human being.”

★★★★★

- Salvatore, Hilton Grand Vacations

“The course was comprehensive and interactive, and the trainer really understood the content. I have been able to implement much of what I learned into my daily work activities and have saved a lot of time.”

★★★★★

- Susan Medina, Senior Business Analyst, Advocate Health Care

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