Big Data

Author

Sania Siddiqui

Degree

Master of Science in Computer Science

Department

Department of Computer Science

Faculty / School

Faculty of Computer Sciences (FCS)

Date of Submission

2016-01-01

Supervisor

Shams Naveed Zia, Visiting Faculty, Department of Computer Science

Document type

MSCS Survey Report

Keywords

Data Analytics, Data mining, Data processing, Big data

Abstract

Big data is a term for large data sets, which can have varied and complex structures. Traditional data processing applications are not adequate to store, manage, process and visualize such data. Big data analytics is the process of examining massive data sets to uncover hidden patterns, correlations and valuable insights. The report presents the study regarding various aspects of big data. Big data content, scope, infrastructure, processing methodologies, advantages and challenges have been discussed in detail. Big data analytics stack employed in companies like LinkedIn and Google have been reviewed.

Recommended Citation

Siddiqui, S. (2016). Big Data (Unpublished MSCS survey report). Institute of Business Administration, Pakistan. Retrieved from https://ir.iba.edu.pk/survey-reports-mscs/117