PySpark - Apache Spark Programming for Beginners (2026)
PySpark - Apache Spark Programming for Beginners (2026) is an online course from Udemy in Python. It is structured in 14 modules with 7 stated learning outcomes, over 28.5 hours. It costs ₹509, certificate included. Learners rate it 4.6/5 from 17.7K ratings on Udemy, with 112.2K enrolled.
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Course highlights
| Provider | Udemy |
| Duration | 28.5 hours |
| Level | All Levels |
| Mode | Self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | Yes — shareable certificate |
| Instructor | Prashant Kumar Pandey |
| Rating | 4.6★ (17.7K reviews) |
| Learners | 112.2K |
| Price | ₹509 ₹3,509 |
What you’ll learn
Level and time commitment
What this course covers
14 modulesThe 14-part outline Udemy publishes for this course, across 28.5 hours.
Module 1 · Understanding Big Data and Distributed Data Processing
Module 2 · Introduction to Apache Spark
Module 3 · Getting Started with Spark Programming
Module 4 · Spark Data Types and Schema
Module 5 · Dataframe Transformations
Module 6 · Working with different data types
Module 7 · Joins in Spark Dataframe
Module 8 · Aggregations in Spark Dataframe
Module 9 · UDF and Unit Testing
Module 10 · Spark On Your Laptop IDE
Module 11 · Spark Execution Model - Old Videos
Module 12 · Spark Programming Model and Developer Experience - Old Videos
Module 13 · Capstone Project
Module 14 · Keep Learning
What learners rate it
Rated 4.6/5 by 17.7K learners on Udemy (checked 6 Oct 2026).
This rating is collected by Udemy from its own enrolled learners. We reproduce it as reported and do not accept paid or incentivised reviews. See it on Udemy →
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Common questions
How much does PySpark - Apache Spark Programming for Beginners (2026) cost?
It is listed at ₹509 on Udemy, last checked 6 October 2026. Course prices change and providers run discounts, so treat this as the list price and confirm on the provider page.
Does PySpark - Apache Spark Programming for Beginners (2026) come with a certificate?
Yes — Udemy lists a certificate on completion. It is a course certificate, not a formal qualification or university credit.
How long does PySpark - Apache Spark Programming for Beginners (2026) take?
Udemy lists it at 28.5 hours. It is self-paced, so that is the volume of material rather than a deadline — how long it actually takes depends on the hours you put in each week.
Is PySpark - Apache Spark Programming for Beginners (2026) suitable for beginners?
Udemy lists it as suitable for all levels, so beginners and people brushing up work through the same material.
What does PySpark - Apache Spark Programming for Beginners (2026) cover?
It is organised into 14 modules, starting with Understanding Big Data and Distributed Data Processing and going on to Introduction to Apache Spark, Getting Started with Spark Programming, Spark Data Types and Schema, Dataframe Transformations, among others. The full outline is on this page.
Who teaches PySpark - Apache Spark Programming for Beginners (2026)?
Prashant Kumar Pandey, as listed by Udemy.