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# Frequently Asked Questions
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## Table of contents
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## Course Basics
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**Q: When does the course start?**
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A: The next cohort starts January 13th 2025. Register using [this link](https://airtable.com/shr6oVXeQvSI5HuWD). Join the [Telegram channel](https://t.me/dezoomcamp) and DataTalks.Club's Slack for announcements.
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**Q: What are the prerequisites?**
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A: You should have:
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- Basic coding experience
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- Familiarity with SQL
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- Experience with Python (helpful but not required)
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No prior data engineering experience needed. See [prerequisites](https://github.com/DataTalksClub/data-engineering-zoomcamp/blob/main/README.md#prerequisites).
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**Q: How many hours per week should I expect to spend?**
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A: Typically 5-15 hours per week, depending on your background and experience.
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**Q: Can I join after the start date?**
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A: Yes, you can still join and submit homework, but be mindful of assignment deadlines.
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**Q: Do I need a confirmation email after registering?**
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A: No, you're automatically accepted. Registration is just to gauge interest.
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## Technical Setup
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**Q: Which Python version should I use?**
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A: Python 3.9 is recommended for compatibility with course materials. Python 3.10 and 3.11 should also work.
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**Q: Should I use local machine, GCP, or GitHub Codespaces?**
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A: You have three options:
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1. Local machine (may have challenges on Windows)
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2. GitHub Codespaces (pre-installed tools)
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3. Cloud VM (GCP recommended)
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**Q: Why use GCP instead of other cloud providers?**
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A: GCP is recommended because:
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- Everyone has a Google account
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- $300 free credits for new users
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- BigQuery integration
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- Consistent with course materials
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**Q: What should I set up before starting?**
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A: Install and configure:
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- Google Cloud account and SDK
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- Python 3 (with Anaconda)
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- Terraform
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- Git
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## Homework and Projects
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**Q: What are the homework deadlines?**
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A: Check [courses.datatalks.club/de-zoomcamp-2025](https://courses.datatalks.club/de-zoomcamp-2025/) and the [Google Calendar](https://calendar.google.com/calendar/?cid=ZXIxcjA1M3ZlYjJpcXU0dTFmaG02MzVxMG9AZ3JvdXAuY2FsZW5kYXIuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbQ).
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**Q: Are late submissions allowed?**
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A: No, but you can submit while the form remains open. Check submission timestamp on the Course page.
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**Q: What should I submit as the homework URL?**
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A: Your GitHub/GitLab/Bitbucket repository containing your work for that week.
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**Q: How does the points system work?**
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A: Points are awarded for:
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- Homework completion
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- FAQ contributions (1 point/week max)
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- Learning in public (1 point/link, 7 points max)
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## Certificates
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**Q: Do I need to complete all homework for the certificate?**
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A: No, only the peer-reviewed capstone projects are required.
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**Q: Can I get a certificate in self-paced mode?**
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A: No, certificates require completing a "live" cohort due to peer review requirements.
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**Q: How do I get my certificate?**
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A: After project grading:
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1. Verify your name in your profile
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3. Follow [certificate generation instructions](https://github.com/DataTalksClub/data-engineering-zoomcamp/blob/main/certificates.md)
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## Course Materials
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**Q: Which YouTube playlist should I follow?**
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A: The main playlist is [Data Engineering Zoomcamp](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3MmuxUbc_hJed7dXYoJw8DoCuVHhGEQb). Additional playlists for specific years are available.
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**Q: Can I follow the course after it finishes?**
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- Review past homework
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- Prepare for next cohort
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- Work on projects
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**Q: What's different in the current cohort?**
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A: 2025 edition uses Kestra instead of MageAI. See the [demo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0JAFvDCmSY) and [updated materials](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEK3H8YwZn1oPPShk2p5k3E9vO-gPnUCf).
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## Support and Help
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**Q: How do I get help during the course?**
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A: Multiple support channels:
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- Slack channel (search before asking)
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- FAQ documentation
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- @ZoomcampQABot for searches
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- Office hours via YouTube Live
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**Q: How should I ask questions in Slack?**
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- Error messages (no screenshots)
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- What you've tried
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- Use code formatting (```)
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- Keep discussion in threads
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**Q: Will office hours be recorded?**
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A: Yes, all sessions are recorded and available shortly after.
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## Common Issues
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**Q: What if I have trouble with Windows?**
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A: Consider using WSL for better compatibility, especially for shell scripts.
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**Q: How do I fix VSCode connection issues to GCP VM?**
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A: Try managing SSH fingerprints or deleting the known_hosts file.
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**Q: How do I open HTML files from WSL?**
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A: Install wslu and use `wslview filename.html`
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## Additional Resources
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**Q: Where can I find more learning materials?**
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A: Check [Awesome Data Engineering Resources](https://github.com/DataTalksClub/data-engineering-zoomcamp/blob/main/awesome-data-engineering.md)
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**Q: How can I contribute to the course?**
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A: You can:
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- Star the repository
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- Share with others
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- Create PRs for improvements
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- Update this FAQ
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- Help fellow students

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