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Twitter is a rich source of data for sentiment analysis, market research, and many other applications. In this blog, we’ll show you how to extract Twitter data using PySpark, the powerful big data processing framework. Setting up the Environment To extract Twitter data using PySpark, you’ll need to have PySpark installed, along with the tweepy ...

In the first two blogs, we introduced PySpark and explored its advanced features and capabilities. In this third and final blog, we’ll look at some real-world applications of PySpark and how it can be used to solve common data engineering problems. Processing Streaming Data PySpark provides built-in support for processing streaming data, allowi...

In the first blog, we introduced PySpark and provided a basic overview of what it is, why you might use it, and how to get started using it. In this second blog, we’ll dive deeper into PySpark and explore some of its advanced features and capabilities. Working with Spark DataFrames One of the key features of PySpark is its ability to work with ...

PySpark is a powerful tool for data engineers, providing a way to process and analyze large datasets in a distributed computing environment. In this blog, we’ll take a look at what PySpark is, why you might use it, and how to get started using it. What is PySpark? PySpark is the Python API for Apache Spark, an open-source, distributed computin...

It was a fateful day when I met Selengue, now fondly known as “Tso Teacher” by her students, and that encounter changed my life forever. As a young and nervous teacher starting my first day at school, I was eager to meet the new addition to our faculty. The other teachers were buzzing with excitement about Selengue, and I couldn’t wait to introd...

Two years ago, I had the opportunity to travel to the magnificent Zion National Park with my family and friends. The trip was truly unforgettable and has left a lasting impression on me. It created memories that I will cherish for a lifetime. The beauty and wonder of the park inspired me to start a blog, in fact, it was my trip to Zion that made...

With the advancement of technology, data retrieval from social media platforms like Twitter has become easier. In this article, we will show you how to retrieve tweets and followers data from Twitter using Google Sheets and Google Cloud Functions. Google Sheets is a powerful tool for data management and analysis. It provides a simple and intuit...

Chicago, also known as the Windy City, is one of the largest cities in the United States and is located in the state of Illinois. With a rich history, diverse culture, and endless attractions, Chicago is a popular tourist destination for people from all over the world. One of the most iconic attractions in Chicago is the Willis Tower, formerly ...