Communication Lab - Theory

Question 1

Explain what a data engineer does.

Answer 1

Data engineers are usually tasked with constructing and maintaining repositories of data. They also monitor the movement and status of data throughout systems.

Question 1

What skills does a data engineer often require?

Answer 1

• Python
• SQL
• AWS
• Big Data tools

Question 2

What are the key differences between Java en Python?

Answer 2

• Python is a dynamically type programming language. (It is not necessary to declare variables). Python has a fairly easy syntax, which is easy to learn. Python hides its internal details for the programmer
• Java is a statically typed language. (necessary to declare variables). Java takes less time for code execution
• Generally we can say that Java guides you through the process of programming while Python gets things done.

Question 3

What is Java generally used for?

Answer 3

More complex applications, android applications, web applications

Question 4

What is Python generally used for?

Answer 4

Machine learning, deep learning and the general overarching AI field

Question 5

What stages of a meeting are there.

Answer 5

• Welcome and introductions
• Chair opens meeting by stating names of those from whom he received ‘apologies of absence’
• Minutes of the previous meeting
• These need to be approved, if there are inaccuracies, they need to refer to items from the previous meeting that require further discussion
• Points on the agenda
• AOB (Any other business): Everyone is asked if the have anything further to discuss

Question 6

What is a CDN?

Answer 6

(Content delivery network) A global network of servers, placed so that at least one server is close enough for a fast connection wherever a user lives.

Question 7

What is outsourcing?

Answer 7

The practice of delegating specific it functions or processes to external service providers.

Question 8

What are some disadvantages of outsourcing?

Answer 8

• cultural differences