Microsoft Certified Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900) Exam Guide

Boost your Azure career by mastering essential data concepts and Azure services with this pragmatic guide
Purchase of this book unlocks access to web-based exam prep resources such as mock exams, flashcards, exam tips, and the eBook PDF

Key Features

Acquire Azure certification insights from industry veteran, Steve Miles
Dive into expertly crafted content aligned with the most current DP-900 exam requirements
Test your skills with mock exams that mirror the rigor of the actual exam

Book DescriptionMicrosoft's Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900) certification exam offers a solid foundation in core data concepts and the data services capabilities of Azure. Whether you're from a technical or non-technical background, this exam is your gateway to a future shaped by data and AI.
With the help of relevant examples, you'll learn fundamental data concepts such as ways data is represented, data storage options, common data workloads as well as identifying roles and responsibilities of data persona’s such as data administrators, engineers and analysts. As you progress, you'll delve into the important domains of the exam, including describing the data services capabilities of the Azure cloud platform, and identifying considerations for relational, non-relational, analytics workloads, both Microsoft and open source.
In addition to thorough exam preparation, this book gives you access to a suite of online exam prep resources designed to boost your confidence. Unlock a comprehensive set of tools, including mock exams, interactive flashcards, and invaluable exam tips, all tailored to ensure you’re fully equipped for success on exam day.
By the end of this book, you’ll be equipped to work with AI solutions in Azure and be well-prepared to pass the AI-900 exam.What you will learn

Analyze features of structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data
Utilize Azure SQL and open-source database services confidently
Identify and evaluate Azure storage options effectively
Identify use cases and APIs of Azure Cosmos DB
Apply strategies for large-scale analytics in Azure
Describe core data concepts accurately for Azure environments
Identify Microsoft cloud services for real-time analytics
Demonstrate proficiency in data visualization using Power BI

Who this book is forThis exam guide is designed for individuals aiming to work with Azure data services and prepare for the Azure DP-900 exam. Whether you're an administrator, engineer, architect, developer, analyst, aspiring data scientist, or a non-technical person interested in learning data concepts, this book is tailored for you. It also lays the groundwork for those planning to pursue more advanced data or AI certifications.
A basic understanding of cloud concepts and client-server applications is assumed.