Query Data by Using Azure Synapse Analytics

Providing insight from data should be a quick and straightforward process. This course will teach you how to write efficient queries against the data stored in Azure Synapse Analytics pools.

Providing insight from data should be a fast and efficient process. In this course, Query Data by Using Azure Synapse Analytics - DP-500, you’ll learn to perform exploratory data analysis in Azure Synapse Analytics. First, you’ll discover the key components of the Azure Synapse Analytics platform. Next, you’ll understand how to leverage various file types to explore the data from serverless SQL pools, and how to query the relational data stored in dedicated SQL pool. Finally, you’ll learn how to use a machine learning PREDICT function to take your queries to another level. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the foundational understanding of the data exploration process in Azure Synapse Analytics that will enable you to explore and query the data in Azure Synapse Analytics and get you ready for the DP-500 exam.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Identifying an Appropriate Azure Synapse Pool When Analyzing Data

Querying Various File Types with Serverless SQL Pool

Querying Relational Data in a Dedicated SQL Pool

Enhancing Queries with PREDICT Function

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Taught by Nikola Ilic, who are recognized for their work in providing data insights from SQL Servers and Azure Synapse

Students who are preparing for the DP-500 exam will find it helpful

Develops skills needed for students to perform exploratory data analysis in Azure Synapse Analytics

Covers key components of the Azure Synapse Analytics platform

Helps students learn how to query relational data in a dedicated SQL pool

May be helpful for students with an interest in data analysis

Develops skills needed for students to query various file types with serverless SQL pool

Career center

Learners who complete Query Data by Using Azure Synapse Analytics - DP-500 will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Data Analyst

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Data Scientist

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Business Intelligence Analyst

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Database Administrator

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Data Engineer

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Data Architect

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Machine Learning Engineer

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Statistician

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Operations Research Analyst

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Financial Analyst

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Market Research Analyst

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Actuary

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