8-Week Program
Course Agenda
PulseDataEngineer Pathway – 8-Week Career Coaching & Skills Upgrade
A comprehensive journey from foundation to career launch, combining technical skills with career coaching for maximum impact.
1
Week 1 – Self-Assessment & Career Vision
Goal:Understand where you are, where you want to go.
What You'll Learn
- Career Mapping: Identify current role → AI/Data Engineer role
- Self-Skills Audit (SQL, Python, Cloud, Math, AI basics)
- Mindset Coaching: Growth mindset, handling imposter syndrome
Week Deliverable
Personalized career roadmap (gap analysis)
2
Week 2 – Foundation Strengthening
Goal:Patch weak spots in basics.
What You'll Learn
- SQL & Python quick refresher
- Business Understanding: How data drives decisions in orgs
- Intro to Math for AI (linear algebra basics)
- Career Coaching: Building learning discipline, how to learn while working full-time
Week Deliverable
A "Foundations Portfolio" (SQL queries + Python scripts)
3
Week 3 – Real Work Simulation & Communication
Goal:Work like you're already in a team.
What You'll Learn
- Data pipeline scenario: SQL → ETL → Report
- Daily stand-up simulation (how to talk in Agile)
- Business communication coaching: Writing updates, explaining tech to non-tech
- Career Coaching: Storytelling with your career journey (resume + LinkedIn headline)
Week Deliverable
Practice update email + short LinkedIn intro post
4
Week 4 – Cloud & AI Foundations
Goal:Build future-ready skills.
What You'll Learn
- Azure Data Factory & Cosmos DB basics
- Math & AI: Probability + statistics for ML
- AI awareness: What AI can/can't do today
- Career Coaching: Building a personal brand (LinkedIn presence, networking habits)
Week Deliverable
Cloud project (SQL → ADF → Cosmos DB) + LinkedIn post sharing learnings
5
Week 5 – Streaming & Problem-Solving Mindset
Goal:Learn advanced but job-relevant skills.
What You'll Learn
- Kafka & streaming basics
- AI: Intro to regression models (predictive thinking)
- Problem-solving framework: How senior engineers tackle issues
- Career Coaching: Interview storytelling (STAR method for behavioral questions)
Week Deliverable
Streaming project + STAR interview stories draft
6
Week 6 – AI in Action & Resume Power
Goal:Apply AI & market yourself.
What You'll Learn
- AI Agent basics (AI querying your data)
- Resume coaching: Tailoring for AI/Data Engineer roles
- LinkedIn coaching: Keywords, endorsements, posting strategy
- Career Coaching: Handling technical interviews with confidence
Week Deliverable
AI chatbot project + optimized resume
7
Week 7 – Mock Projects & Networking
Goal:Practice real scenarios & grow your circle.
What You'll Learn
- Capstone mock project: SQL → Kafka → Cosmos DB → Power BI
- Math for AI: Gradient descent + optimization
- Mock interviews (SQL, pipelines, AI basics, behavioral)
- Networking coaching: How to ask for referrals, approach recruiters
Week Deliverable
Capstone project demo + list of 20 networking contacts
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Week 8 – Launchpad to Success
Goal:Position yourself for opportunities.
What You'll Learn
- Final Capstone Presentation (portfolio + GitHub + LinkedIn)
- Career Coaching: Job application strategy (targeted roles, not mass apply)
- Negotiation mindset: Salary, growth opportunities
- Resilience training: Handling rejections & staying on track
Week Deliverable
Career Launch Pack (resume, GitHub portfolio, LinkedIn profile, networking plan)