From Data Analyst to Data Engineer: My 12-Month Self-Study Roadmap

A data analyst outlines a 12-month self-study roadmap to transition into a data engineering role, driven by career growth and a desire to understand data infrastructure. The plan involves mastering specific technologies in a structured order, starting with advanced SQL and production-ready Python before moving to Git, Apache Spark, and Apache Airflow. The author has chosen Databricks as their primary data platform and intends to build projects with each new skill. This public journey serves as an accountability system, with the ultimate goal of securing a data engineering position and building a credible personal brand.