Introduction to EDI X12
Master EDI for North American business! This course teaches Electronic Data Interchange, streamlining transactions and boosting efficiency. Learn the fundamentals today.
Course Content
Introduction to EDI X12 is a beginner-level Udemy course taught by Neal Walters. It runs 14h 11m, is taught in English, and includes a certificate of completion. Learners rate it 4.5 out of 5 from 1,676 reviews, with 8,980 students enrolled. It is a paid course, last updated May 2025.
Understanding Electronic Data Interchange (EDI): A Comprehensive Guide
Unlock the power of EDI for streamlined business processes. This course provides a clear path to understanding and working with Electronic Data Interchange, a critical standard for communication with larger organizations.
What You'll Learn:
- EDI File Formats: Discover the common file formats used in EDI transactions and how they facilitate data exchange between trading partners.
- EDI File Reading & Interpretation: Learn practical techniques for reading and interpreting EDI files. We'll guide you on how to effectively utilize implementation guides to decipher the meaning of each field within an EDI message.
- EDI Implementation Guides: Master the art of finding and utilizing implementation guides – essential resources for understanding the specific requirements of different EDI transactions.
- EDI Message Families: Explore three key categories of EDI messages:
- ECommerce EDI: Understand EDI used in online business transactions.
- Motor Carrier EDI: Focus on EDI standards for the trucking, logistics, and freight industries.
- HIPAA/Healthcare EDI: Learn about EDI compliance within the healthcare sector.
- Practical Application: This course is designed for a broad audience, including managers, business analysts, and quality assurance/testers, offering a high-level overview of EDI principles.
- EDI Processing in Programming Languages: The second part of the course dives into the practical application of EDI processing using popular programming languages.
- Database Integration: Gain skills to either create EDI files from a database or to receive, parse, and store incoming EDI data into a database.
Programming Focus:
All programming examples will utilize the widely used EDI 850 Purchase Order transaction.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Create EDI files from database information.
- Receive, parse, and store incoming EDI data into a database.
- Gain a solid foundation in EDI principles and best practices.
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