Overview
Machine Learning (ML) Engineering on Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a 3-day intermediate course designed for ML professionals seeking to learn machine learning engineering on AWS. Participants learn to build, deploy, orchestrate, and operationalize ML solutions at scale through a balanced combination of theory, practical labs, and activities.
Participants will gain practical experience using AWS services such as Amazon SageMaker AI and analytics tools such as Amazon EMR to develop robust, scalable, and production-ready machine learning applications.
Activities
This course includes presentations, hands-on labs, demonstrations, and group exercises.
Prerequisites
Participants should have:
- Familiarity with basic machine learning concepts
- Working knowledge of Python programming language and common data science libraries such as NumPy, Pandas, and Scikit-learn
- Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts and familiarity with AWS
- Experience with version control systems such as Git (beneficial but not required)
Target Audience
This course is designed for professionals who are interested in building, deploying, and operationalizing machine learning models on AWS. This could include current and in-training machine learning engineers who might have little prior experience with AWS. Other roles that can benefit from this training are DevOps engineer, developer, and SysOps engineer.
Learning objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Explain ML fundamentals and its applications in the AWS Cloud.
- Process, transform, and engineer data for ML tasks by using AWS services.
- Select appropriate ML algorithms and modeling approaches based on problem requirements and model interpretability.
- Design and implement scalable ML pipelines by using AWS services for model training, deployment, and orchestration.
- Create automated continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) pipelines for ML workflows.
- Discuss appropriate security measures for ML resources on AWS.
- Implement monitoring strategies for deployed ML models, including techniques for detecting data drift.
Course Outline
Day 1
Module 0: Course Introduction
Module 1: Introduction to Machine Learning (ML) on AWS
- Topic A: Introduction to ML
- Topic B: Amazon SageMaker AI
- Topic C: Responsible ML
Module 2: Analyzing Machine Learning (ML) Challenges
- Topic A: Evaluating ML business challenges
- Topic B: ML training approaches
- Topic C: ML training algorithms
Module 3: Data Processing for Machine Learning (ML)
- Topic A: Data preparation and types
- Topic B: Exploratory data analysis
- Topic C: AWS storage options and choosing storage
Module 4: Data Transformation and Feature Engineering
- Topic A: Handling incorrect, duplicated, and missing data
- Topic B: Feature engineering concepts
- Topic C: Feature selection techniques
- Topic D: AWS data transformation services
- Lab 1: Analyze and Prepare Data with Amazon SageMaker Data Wrangler and Amazon EMR
- Lab 2: Data Processing Using SageMaker Processing and the SageMaker Python SDK
Day 2
Module 5: Choosing a Modeling Approach
- Topic A: Amazon SageMaker AI built-in algorithms
- Topic B: Selecting built-in training algorithms
- Topic C: Amazon SageMaker Autopilot
- Topic D: Model selection considerations
- Topic E: ML cost considerations
Module 6: Training Machine Learning (ML) Models
- Topic A: Model training concepts
- Topic B: Training models in Amazon SageMaker AI
- Lab 3: Training a model with Amazon SageMaker AI
Module 7: Evaluating and Tuning Machine Learning (ML) models
- Topic A: Evaluating model performance
- Topic B: Techniques to reduce training time
- Topic C: Hyperparameter tuning techniques
- Lab 4: Model Tuning and Hyperparameter Optimization with Amazon SageMaker AI
Module 8: Model Deployment Strategies
- Topic A: Deployment considerations and target options
- Topic B: Deployment strategies
- Topic C: Choosing a model inference strategy
- Topic D: Container and instance types for inference
- Lab 5: Shifting Traffic A/B
Day 3
Module 9: Securing AWS Machine Learning (ML) Resources
- Topic A: Access control
- Topic B: Network access controls for ML resources
- Topic C: Security considerations for CI/CD pipelines
Module 10: Machine Learning Operations (MLOps) and Automated Deployment
- Topic A: Introduction to MLOps
- Topic B: Automating testing in CI/CD pipelines
- Topic C: Continuous delivery services
- Lab 6: Using Amazon SageMaker Pipelines and the Amazon SageMaker Model Registry with Amazon SageMaker Studio
Module 11: Monitoring Model Performance and Data Quality
- Topic A: Detecting drift in ML models
- Topic B: SageMaker Model Monitor
- Topic C: Monitoring for data quality and model quality
- Topic D: Automated remediation and troubleshooting
- Lab 7: Monitoring a Model for Data Drift
Module 12: Course Wrap-up
Exams and Assessments
The AWS Certified Machine Learning Engineer – Associate exam is available separately.
Hands-On Learning
- Lab 1: Analyze and Prepare Data with Amazon SageMaker Data Wrangler and Amazon EMR
- Lab 2: Data Processing Using SageMaker Processing and the SageMaker Python SDK
- Lab 3: Training a model with Amazon SageMaker AI
- Lab 4: Model Tuning and Hyperparameter Optimization with Amazon SageMaker AI
- Lab 4: Model Tuning and Hyperparameter Optimization with Amazon SageMaker AI
- Lab 6: Using Amazon SageMaker Pipelines and the Amazon SageMaker Model Registry with Amazon SageMaker Studio
- Lab 7: Monitoring a Model for Data Drift
Frequently asked questions
How can I create an account on myQA.com?
There are a number of ways to create an account. If you are a self-funder, simply select the "Create account" option on the login page.
If you have been booked onto a course by your company, you will receive a confirmation email. From this email, select "Sign into myQA" and you will be taken to the "Create account" page. Complete all of the details and select "Create account".
If you have the booking number you can also go here and select the "I have a booking number" option. Enter the booking reference and your surname. If the details match, you will be taken to the "Create account" page from where you can enter your details and confirm your account.
Find more answers to frequently asked questions in our FAQs: Bookings & Cancellations page.
How do QA’s virtual classroom courses work?
Our virtual classroom courses allow you to access award-winning classroom training, without leaving your home or office. Our learning professionals are specially trained on how to interact with remote attendees and our remote labs ensure all participants can take part in hands-on exercises wherever they are.
We use the WebEx video conferencing platform by Cisco. Before you book, check that you meet the WebEx system requirements and run a test meeting to ensure the software is compatible with your firewall settings. If it doesn’t work, try adjusting your settings or contact your IT department about permitting the website.
How do QA’s online courses work?
QA online courses, also commonly known as distance learning courses or elearning courses, take the form of interactive software designed for individual learning, but you will also have access to full support from our subject-matter experts for the duration of your course. When you book a QA online learning course you will receive immediate access to it through our e-learning platform and you can start to learn straight away, from any compatible device. Access to the online learning platform is valid for one year from the booking date.
All courses are built around case studies and presented in an engaging format, which includes storytelling elements, video, audio and humour. Every case study is supported by sample documents and a collection of Knowledge Nuggets that provide more in-depth detail on the wider processes.
When will I receive my joining instructions?
Joining instructions for QA courses are sent two weeks prior to the course start date, or immediately if the booking is confirmed within this timeframe. For course bookings made via QA but delivered by a third-party supplier, joining instructions are sent to attendees prior to the training course, but timescales vary depending on each supplier’s terms. Read more FAQs.
When will I receive my certificate?
Certificates of Achievement are issued at the end the course, either as a hard copy or via email. Read more here.