Top 10 Technologies to learn in 2019

Top 10 Technologies to learn in 2019....

1.Artificial Intelligence & Data Science

The first technology in our list is Artificial Intelligence & Data Science.There is a lot of demand about Artificial Intelligence(AI) and Data Science in our market currently.Data Science skills are increasingly being used in the domain of Artificial Intelligence.Machine learning is a subset of AI field needs a lot of skills that a Data Scientist possesses like data cleansing,data wrangling,data parsing,building mathematical models,working with algorithms and so on.

So Data Scientists are being much sought after in the AI domain to build complex data models,train the machine learning systems with right data,work with algorithms and make mathematical calculations.Data Scientist can also fine tune the out come of  Deep learning systems using statistics,probability and automation approaches.

AI and Data Science is applicable in manufacturing,retailing,transportation,finance and  health care virtually every other industry.If you evaluating career options in this emerging field,then you should have basic knowledge of Mathematics and Probability with basic level of programming experience on any language.If you have experience in Python then it would be added advantage of now a days Python is majorly used in AI projects.

2. Block chain

It is the future of internet.The name indicates, A Block chain is continuously growing list of records,called blocks that contain information for the understanding of a common man, which are linked and secured using cryptography.It is leading digital assets platform which records and controls the monetary information.Block chain is the technology that runs Bitcoin.

Bitcoin is the world's first cryptocurrency and cryptocurrency is the future of the economy.There are many benefits of using block chain like it provides transparency because anyone with access to a block chain can view the entire chain.It also provides Immutability,once a data transaction is recorded on the block chain, it cannot be reversed, there are no practical ways of going back and changing or editing any data that has been recorded on the block chain.It also provides better security against data being stolen or being misused.

Without data being available in one place, transaction can take place at faster pace.It reduces cost as well.Beyond just financial services, Block chain technology has many  potential applications in governance, insurance, retail, and healthcare.The use of the block chain is growing, and businesses are in need of skilled professionals to gain a competitive edge.So, to become a developer, you basic knowledge of OOPs distributed systems and even a non technical person with basic knowledge of Banking and Finance can start the career in block chain.

3.Cloud Computing

Cloud computing is the delivery of computing services such as servers, storage, databases, networking. software and analytics over the Internet that is "the cloud".Companies offering these computing services are called aloud providers and typically charge for cloud computing services based on usage, similar to how you are billed for water or electricity at home.

These are several advantages of cloud computing like less cost, always availability, fast and better security.There is a lot of competition out there in the market.Some of the cloud provider companies are Amazon Web Services,SalesForce, Microsoft Azure, IBM Cloud and Google Cloud.

If you have basic knowledge of virtualization technologies and networking, then it would be good to have a career in this booming technology.

4.Big Data

Big Data has been getting lot of attention over the few years.Big data refers to problems that are associated with processing and storing different types of data.Most of the companies today, rely on big data analytics to gain huge insight about their customer,product research and marketing initiatives.There are several trends and innovations happening in this space Industry experts are suggesting that big data in the future will not be about what data to use but rather about what data to ignore.

The focus will be more on data quality.Some of the trendy big data technologies that youu can use to promote your business are Hadoop, Apache Spark, Apache Flink, NiFi, Kafka, Apache Samza, NoSQL.With these tools the power of Big data and mobulity can truly elevate businesses to new levels.Using big data,Telecom companies can predict customer churn in a better way.Retail industries can predict what products will sell. Insurance companies understand how their customers actually drive and even government election campaigns can be optimized using big data analytics.

Of course, there are so many other applications of big data and there will be many  new categories as the tools become more widespread.So, If you have good knowledge of Java, SQL and Linux, and you're interested  to work with large amounts of structured and unstructured data then surely you should accelerate your career in this space.

5.Data Analytics and Visualization

We are witnessing a quantum leap in data produces by multiple sources but all the data in the world is useless if you can't understand it.Data Analytics and Visualization is about how to present your data, to the right people, at the right time, in order to enable them to gain insights most effectively.

With the help of analytics and a right visualization tool, Organizations can identify future opportunities and an optimal solution for their existing problems.Companies like Google, Facebook, Amazon,Apple, Netflix and Twitter, all are making better business decisions with the help of data visualization.

Some of the amazing data analytics and visualization tools are Tableau,Microsoft Business Intelligence, QlikView, powerBI,Oracle Business intelligence MicroStrategy, SAP Business object, and SAS. If you have an analytical bent of mind with basic knowledge of mathematics and have ability to understand data and find pattern in it then you should start your career in Data Analytics and Visualization.

6.DevOps

First, let's make it clear that DevOps is not a technology it is a practice which seeks to bring together software developers and operations staff to work on the same project in a more collaborative manner.It is a software development method that stresses communication, collaboration and integration between software developers and operation professionals.

The name indicates DevOps is a combination of Development and Operations.There are many benefits which we receive from DevOps model such as Speed, Rapid delivery, Reliability Scale, Improved Collaboration and Security.Some of the tools used in DevOps:GIT,JENKINS,DOCKER,PUPPET,CHEF,KUBERNETES,ANSIBLE.

There are many companies which are using DevOps now, like Amazon, Facebook, Netflix and Google.If you have basic knowledge of Linux systems, and have the ability to manage systems, applications and infrastructure, then you can build your career in DevOps.

7.Data Integration

ETL refers to extract, transform and load, and it is generally used for data warehousing and data integration.It enables companies to transfer data from various sources, cleanse and reformat it and then load this data into a database to analyze and support bussiness operations.It  is a crucial component in the development of business intelligence through data integration.

The ETL process ensure  that data is consolidated and stored in a data warehouse in a uniform presentation.Anyone with basic understanding of Databases or SQL can start their career in this technology.The benefits an organization achieves with ETL tools are Enhanced Business Intelligence, Increased Query & System performance, Enhanced Quality & consistency, High Return on Investment.

These are many ETL tools available in market currently like Informatica, Oracle data integrator, Microsoft SQL Server Talend, SAP Business object, IBM Datastage & Pentaho.

8.Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality

Virtual Reality is defined as "the use of computer technology to create a simulated environment".VR may be artificial, such as an animated scene, or an actual place that has been photographed and included in a virtual reality app.With virtual reality, you can move around and look in every direction up, down, sideways and behind you, as if you were physically there.You can view virtual reality through a special VR viewer, such as the Oculus,Rift, Vive or Daydream view.

With virtual reality apps, you can explore places you have never been to, such as the surface of Mars, the top of Mt.Everest,or areas deep under the sea.Augmented reality is defined as "an enhanced version of reality created by the use of technology to add digital information on an image of something." AR apps use your phone's camera to show you a view of the real world in front of you, then put a layer of information, including text and images, on the top of that view.Apps can use AR for fun.

The best example is the game Pokemon Go for information we have the app layer.AR and VR serve the customer with an enhanced experience and this technology is applicable in various industries like gaming, entertainment, travel & education.So,if you have a basic understanding of the OOPs concept, and if you know the different hardware used in the AR and VR ecosystem then you can develop your career in this technology.

9.Cyber Security

In an increasing digital world, the looming threat of cyber attacks is more real than ever. These attacks are usually aimed at accessing changing and destroying some sensitive information.Thus, Business need experts who can protect data, systems and digital services used on a daily basis.Therefore,It is necessary for business to have apt cyber security measures in place, to counter all of these threats.So, there is a high demand for skills to understand cyber issues and identify diagnose and resolve these challenges.

Cyber security is a set of techniques used to protect the integrity of networks, programs and data from attack, damage or unauthorized access.It represents the ability to defend against and recover from accidents like hard drive failures or power outages.Some of the top trending Cyber Security Technologies are Threat Intelligence, Risk Based Authentication, Remediation and Internet of things Security.These technologies are either implementing artificial intelligence and machine learning or securing new end points from the internet of things.

Some of the top Cyber security companies of 2018 are AppGaurd, CA technologies, Cimcor inc, CyberGym control, CyberArk and DeltaRisk.Someone with a good understanding of computer networks and HTTP communication protocols can start their career in Cyber security Technologies.

10.Internet of Things

IoT has become a hot topic in the present tech driven world.A strong framework of cloud computing, backed up by a seamless blending of sensors and actuators with the environment around us,is making this network of autonomous objects a reality.From smart wearable to smart cities, from domestic life to industries.Iot is expanding itself to different areas.

Smart security solutions,smart home automation, Smart health care and smart wearable are some of the applications of IoT, and by the near future we expect to see its application to a city's transportation system or smart power grids.Some of the popular development tools which can be used for IoT are  Arduino Eclipse & IBMWatson.

So.anyone who is fascinated by the internet and understand the basics of programming languages like C, C++ and has a general idea of embedded systems can build a career in IoT.