Data Vault Modeling

VIRTUAL OR IN-PERSON COURSE

Unlock the full potential of your data platform with Data Vault, a data modeling pattern designed to scale and adapt to evolving business needs.

This comprehensive 3 day course provides you with the knowledge and skills necessary to design and leverage Data Vault modeling in your organisation.

A certification exam is included to confirm you have understood the core Data Vault modeling pattern.

Register your interest now

This course is scheduled to run in different timezones around the world

LEARN PROVEN PATTERNS TO COMMON PROBLEMS

Comprehensive Coverage

Learn the full breadth of Data Vault modeling patterns, from fundamental principles to advanced implementation techniques.

Interactive Sessions:

Engage in live, online sessions with industry-leading experts.

Hands-On Practice

Apply your knowledge with practical exercises designed to reinforce key concepts.

Global Networking

Connect with other professionals from across the globe and expand your network of data experts.

Certification

The course concludes with a certification exam that tests your knowledge and application of Data Vault modeling principles and patterns.

Passing this exam earns you the CDVDM (Certified Data Vault Data Modeler) Data Vault Certification, recognised globally.

Register your interest now

This course is scheduled to run in different timezones around the world

DESIGNED FOR PEOPLE IN THE DATA DOMAIN

This course is designed to help

AgileData Lead

Data Modeler

elevate your data modeling skills with Data Vault to build scalable and flexible data architectures
AgileData Business Analyst

Data Architect

learn how to design robust, future-proof data architectures using the Data Vault modeling pattern
AgileData Decision Maker

Business Analyst

enhance your ability to translate business requirements into actionable data models with Data Vault
AgileData Decision Maker

Data Engineers

optimise your data pipeline processes by applying Data Vault’s systematic approach to data integration

AgileData Lead

Data Leaders

ensure your organisation’s data strategies align with business goals through the proven patterns provided by Data Vault
AgileData Business Analyst

Data Platform Architects

design enterprise-scale data platforms that support scalable and adaptable data warehousing with Data Vault

Register your interest now

This course is scheduled to run in different timezones around the world

LEARN PROVEN PATTERNS TO COMMON PROBLEMS

What you will learn from this course

Introduction to Data Vault:

  • The evolution of data warehousing
  • Benefits of the Data Vault approach
  • Key components: Hubs, Links, and Satellites

Data Vault Architecture:

  • Understanding the architecture and design principles
  • Data integration and loading patterns
  • Implementation good practices

Modeling Techniques:

  • How to model complex data relationships
  • Designing for scalability and flexibility
  • Hands-on modeling exercises

Performance Tuning:

  • Optimizing Data Vault for performance
  • Troubleshooting common challenges
  • Advanced tuning techniques

Data Vault and Agile Methodologies:

  • Integrating Data Vault with agile practices
  • Continuous delivery and automation
  • Case studies and real-world examples

Register your interest now

This course is scheduled to run in different timezones around the world

FACILITATED BY

Hans Hultgren

Hans Hultgren

Author, speaker, and advisor.

Hans Hultgren is a Data Vault educator, author, trainer, and advisor.

Hans has a focus on modeling and architecture including Ensemble and Data Vault modeling.

Hans works internationally primarily in Nordics and EU (based in Stockholm), USA and Canada (based in Golden, CO) and down under in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Auckland and Wellington.

Hans was with the University of Denver for 20 years and now continues an education focus with hybrid course delivery including e-Learning components.

Courses delivered through Genesee Academy use blended and On-Demand training videos.

Hans published the book Modeling the Agile Data Warehouse with Data Vault which is available on Amazon websites.

Register your interest now

This course is scheduled to run in different timezones around the world

LEARN THEN DO

Course Syllabus

Time Commitment

The course is run as a 3 day in person or virtual course.

Day 1: Fundamentals of Data Vault Modeling

  • Data Warehouse Modeling: Overview of data warehouse modeling approaches.
  • Ensemble Modeling & ELM: Introduction to ensemble modeling and the Enterprise Logical Model (ELM).
  • Data Vault Core Constructs: Understanding the core constructs of Data Vault (Hubs, Links, Satellites).
  • Comparing Modeling Methods: Compare and contrast Data Vault with other modeling methods.
  • Tracking History: Techniques for tracking historical changes in Data Vault.
  • Information & Logical Modeling: Discussing information modeling in the context of Data Vault.
  • Data Vault Modeling Process: Step-by-step process for Data Vault modeling.
  • First Small Group Case Exercise: Hands-on group exercise to apply concepts.
Day 2: Advanced Data Vault Concepts

 

  • Q&A from Day One
  • Continue First Case Exercise
  • Class Discussion & Group Presentations
  • Link Design & Exceptions: Explore link design and handling exceptions.
  • SAL & HAL: Understanding and applying Scalable Architecture Layer (SAL) and Highly Available Layer (HAL).
  • Hub & Business Key Topics: Deep dive into Hub design and Business Key selection.
  • Disconnected & Reference Tables: Managing disconnected and reference tables in Data Vault.
  • Unit of Work & Keyed-Instance: Concepts and implementation of unit of work and keyed instances.
  • Second Small Group Case Exercise: Applying advanced concepts in a group setting.
  • Class Discussion & Group Presentations
Day 3: Part 1:  Integrating Data Vault with Modern Practices

 

  • Q&A from Day Two
  • Data Vault & Agility: Integrating Data Vault with agile methodologies.
  • Data Vault & Big Data: Applying Data Vault principles in a big data environment.
  • Architecture & Layers: Understanding the different layers in a Data Vault architecture.
  • Helpful Tables: Bridge & PIT: Introduction to Bridge and Point-In-Time (PIT) tables.
  • Loading Patterns: Best practices for loading data into a Data Vault.
  • Class Discussion
  • Recap for Certification Exam
Day 3: Part 2:  Certification Exam

 

  • CDVDM Exam: Certification exam for Data Vault Modeling

 

Register your Interest

Email us on course.dv@agiledata.io or fill out the form. 

We will be in touch.

data-vault-book

Data Modeling for Agile Data Warehouse using Data Vault Modeling Approach. Includes Enterprise Data Warehouse Architecture.

This is a complete guide to the data vault data modeling approach. The book also includes business and program considerations for the agile data warehousing and business intelligence program.

There are over 200 diagrams and figures concerning modeling, core business concepts, architecture, business alignment, semantics, and modeling comparisons with 3NF and Dimensional modeling.

Register your interest now

This course is scheduled to run in different timezones around the world