Data Analytics with Python Training – 29’th Week Recap

Date: 5th January 2025 (Sunday)
Time: 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Venue:
VGLUG Foundation
SRIMAA Preschool (Gov Recognized)
Landmark: Opposite to BSNL Exchange, Villupuram 605602

Minutes of Meeting

Data Analytics with Python Team 1(Engineering)

Session 1: Linux Commands
Speaker: Vignesh

Vignesh delivered an engaging session on essential Linux commands. Key takeaways included:

• File Management:
  • Commands like ls, cp, mv, and rm.
  • Tips for navigating directories effectively.
• Process Management:
  • Understanding ps, top, and kill commands.
• Networking Basics:
  • Using ping, ifconfig, and netstat.

Participants actively practiced commands during the session, enhancing their command-line efficiency.

Data Analytics with Python Team 2(Engineering)

Session 1: Linux Commands
Speaker: Vignesh

This session mirrored the Linux command training delivered to Engineering Team 1. Vignesh ensured each team member grasped the core concepts and felt confident using Linux in daily tasks.

Data Analytics with Python Team 1(Arts & Science)

Session 1: Database Configuration & Problem-Solving
Speaker: Kanimozhi

Kanimozhi explained the importance of database configuration in applications and its role in ensuring optimal performance. The session highlighted:

• Security Best Practices:
  • Using encrypted connections (SSL/TLS).
  • Restricting database access with firewalls.
• Backup Strategies:
  • Scheduling regular backups.
  • Testing recovery processes for business continuity.

The session concluded with a hands-on exercise, reinforcing the theoretical concepts.

Data Analytics with Python Team 2(Arts & Science)

Session 1: Database Configuration & Problem-Solving
Speaker: Senkathir

Senkathir guided the participants through the key concepts of database configuration and its role in problem-solving. The session emphasized:

• Database Connection Setup:
  • Defining host, port, username, and database name.
  • Securing credentials through environment variables.
• Driver and Library Setup:
  • Installing required database drivers like MySQL or PostgreSQL.
  • Configuring connection strings or URIs.
• Problem-Solving Tips:
  • Debugging common configuration errors.
  • Leveraging ORM tools for simplifying database queries.

The session concluded with practical problem-solving exercises, ensuring that participants understood real-world applications of these concepts.

DevOps

Session 1: Docker and Containers
Speaker: Madhusoodhan

Madhusoodhan introduced Docker and containers to the DevOps team, covering the basics of containerization and its benefits for modern software development. The session provided hands-on practice in setting up and running containers.

Here we attached the meetup clicks ;

Engineering team

Arts team 1

Arts team 2

Devops

Thanks to,

Vignesh

Madhusoodhan

Senkathir

Kanimozhi