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In this course, you will learn how Azure Synapse Analytics enables you to perform different types of analytics through its’ components that can be used to build Modern Data Warehouses through to advanced analytical solutions. You will learn how Azure Synapse Analytics solves the issue of having a single service to fulfill the broad range of analytics requirements that organizations face today and take a tour of the core application used to interact with the various components of Azure Synapse Analytics. You will learn the various components of Azure Synapse Analytics that enable you to build your analytical solutions in one place.

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In this course, you will learn how Azure Synapse Analytics enables you to perform different types of analytics through its’ components that can be used to build Modern Data Warehouses through to advanced analytical solutions. You will learn how Azure Synapse Analytics solves the issue of having a single service to fulfill the broad range of analytics requirements that organizations face today and take a tour of the core application used to interact with the various components of Azure Synapse Analytics. You will learn the various components of Azure Synapse Analytics that enable you to build your analytical solutions in one place.

This course is part of a Specialization intended for Data engineers and developers who want to demonstrate their expertise in designing and implementing data solutions that use Microsoft Azure data services for anyone interested in preparing for the Exam DP-203: Data Engineering on Microsoft Azure (beta).

This is the fourth course in a program of 10 courses to help prepare you to take the exam so that you can have expertise in designing and implementing data solutions that use Microsoft Azure data services. The Data Engineering on Microsoft Azure exam is an opportunity to prove knowledge expertise in integrating, transforming, and consolidating data from various structured and unstructured data systems into structures that are suitable for building analytics solutions that use Microsoft Azure data services. Each course teaches you the concepts and skills that are measured by the exam.

By the end of this Specialization, you will be ready to take and sign-up for the Exam DP-203: Data Engineering on Microsoft Azure (beta).

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Syllabus

Azure Synapse Analytics
In this module, you will learn how Azure Synapse Analytics solves the issue of having a single service to fulfill the broad range of analytics requirements that organizations face today.
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Survey the components of Azure Synapse Analytics
In this module, you will take a tour of the core application used to interact with the various components of Azure Synapse Analytics.
Explore Azure Synapse Studio
In this module, you will learn the various components of Azure Synapse Analytics that enables you to build your analytical solutions in one place.
Design a Modern Data Warehouse using Azure Synapse Analytics
In this module, you will learn how Azure Synapse Analytics enables you to build Data Warehouses using modern architecture patterns.
Practice Exam on Realize Integrated Analytical Solutions with Azure Synapse Analytics
In this module, you will take a practice exam that covers key skills measured in the Exam DP-203: Data Engineering on Microsoft Azure.

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Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Develops core skills measured by the Exam DP-203: Data Engineering on Microsoft Azure (beta)
Builds expertise in designing and implementing data solutions that use Microsoft Azure data services
Taught by Microsoft, known for its expertise in data analytics and Azure Synapse Analytics
Covers modern data warehouse architecture patterns

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Introduction to Microsoft Azure Synapse Analytics with these activities:
Review material on data analytics
Brings your existing knowledge of data analytics concepts up to speed for this course.
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  • Read articles and blog posts about Azure Synapse Analytics.
  • Watch online videos about Azure Synapse Analytics.
Follow a tutorial on Azure Synapse Studio
Provides hands-on experience with the core application used to interact with Azure Synapse Analytics.
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  • Find a tutorial on the Microsoft Learn platform.
  • Follow the steps in the tutorial.
  • Experiment with the features of Azure Synapse Studio.
Complete practice exercises on Azure Synapse Analytics
Reinforces your understanding of Azure Synapse Analytics concepts and features.
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  • Find practice exercises on the Microsoft Learn platform.
  • Complete the exercises.
  • Review your answers and identify areas for improvement.
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Write a blog post about Azure Synapse Analytics
Enhances your understanding of Azure Synapse Analytics by requiring you to explain its concepts to others.
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  • Choose a topic related to Azure Synapse Analytics.
  • Research the topic and gather information.
  • Write a blog post that explains the topic in a clear and concise way.
  • Publish your blog post.
Participate in a hackathon or data analytics competition
Provides a challenging and motivating environment to apply your Azure Synapse Analytics skills.
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  • Find a hackathon or competition that is relevant to Azure Synapse Analytics.
  • Register for the competition.
  • Develop a solution to the competition challenge using Azure Synapse Analytics.
  • Submit your solution.
Contribute to an open-source project related to Azure Synapse Analytics
Provides an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the Azure Synapse Analytics community.
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  • Find an open-source project that is related to Azure Synapse Analytics.
  • Review the project's documentation and identify ways to contribute.
  • Develop a feature or fix a bug in the project.
  • Submit a pull request to the project.
Mentor a junior data engineer or data analyst
Solidifies your understanding of Azure Synapse Analytics by teaching it to others.
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  • Find a junior data engineer or data analyst who is interested in learning about Azure Synapse Analytics.
  • Share your knowledge and expertise with the mentee.
  • Provide guidance and support as the mentee develops their skills.

Career center

Learners who complete Introduction to Microsoft Azure Synapse Analytics will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Data Engineer
Data Engineers are responsible for unifying, transforming, and storing data from multiple sources. These engineers often work to help run the data pipelines that supply business intelligence (BI) and machine learning (ML) applications. This course helps build a foundation for you as a Data Engineer by teaching you how Azure Synapse Analytics solves the issue of having a single service to fulfill the broad range of analytics requirements that organizations face today.
Data Analyst
Data Analysts analyze data and present their findings to help decision-makers understand and improve business practices. This course helps build a foundation for you as a Data Analyst by teaching you how to perform different types of analytics through Azure Synapse Analytics.
Data Architect
Data Architects design and build the infrastructure and processes used to manage and analyze data. Responsibilities include data modeling, data integration, and data security. This course helps build a foundation for you as a Data Architect by teaching you the various components of Azure Synapse Analytics that enable you to build your analytical solutions in one place.
Business Intelligence Analyst
Business Intelligence Analysts are responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to help businesses make better decisions. This course helps build a foundation for you as a Business Intelligence Analyst by teaching you how Azure Synapse Analytics enables you to build Data Warehouses using modern architecture patterns.
Data Scientist
Data Scientists use scientific methods, processes, algorithms, and systems to extract knowledge and insights from data in various forms, both structured and unstructured. This course helps build a foundation for you as a Data Scientist by teaching you how to take a tour of the core application used to interact with the various components of Azure Synapse Analytics.
Database Administrator
Database Administrators are responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and operation of database management systems. This course may be useful for you as a Database Administrator by teaching you how Azure Synapse Analytics solves the issue of having a single service to fulfill the broad range of analytics requirements that organizations face today.
Software Engineer
Software Engineers design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain software. This course may be useful for you as a Software Engineer by teaching you the various components of Azure Synapse Analytics that enable you to build your analytical solutions in one place.
Project Manager
Project Managers are responsible for planning, organizing, and executing projects. This course may be useful for you as a Project Manager by teaching you how Azure Synapse Analytics enables you to build Data Warehouses using modern architecture patterns.
Systems Analyst
Systems Analysts analyze and design business systems. This course may be useful for you as a Systems Analyst by teaching you how to take a tour of the core application used to interact with the various components of Azure Synapse Analytics.
IT Manager
IT Managers are responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the activities of an organization's IT department. This course may be useful for you as an IT Manager by teaching you how Azure Synapse Analytics solves the issue of having a single service to fulfill the broad range of analytics requirements that organizations face today.
Data Governance Analyst
Data Governance Analysts are responsible for developing and implementing data governance policies and procedures. This course may be useful for you as a Data Governance Analyst by teaching you the various components of Azure Synapse Analytics that enable you to build your analytical solutions in one place.
Data Privacy Analyst
Data Privacy Analysts are responsible for protecting the privacy of data. This course may be useful for you as a Data Privacy Analyst by teaching you how to take a tour of the core application used to interact with the various components of Azure Synapse Analytics.
Database Designer
Database Designers design and implement database systems. This course may be useful for you as a Database Designer by teaching you how Azure Synapse Analytics enables you to build Data Warehouses using modern architecture patterns.
Data Integration Architect
Data Integration Architects design and implement data integration solutions. This course may be useful for you as a Data Integration Architect by teaching you the various components of Azure Synapse Analytics that enable you to build your analytical solutions in one place.
Cloud Architect
Cloud Architects design and implement cloud computing solutions. This course may be useful for you as a Cloud Architect by teaching you how Azure Synapse Analytics solves the issue of having a single service to fulfill the broad range of analytics requirements that organizations face today.

Reading list

We've selected five books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Introduction to Microsoft Azure Synapse Analytics.
Classic guide to dimensional modeling, the foundation of modern data warehousing. It provides detailed instructions on how to design and implement dimensional models that are efficient, scalable, and easy to understand.
Provides a comprehensive overview of performance tuning for data warehouses. It covers a wide range of topics, including hardware optimization, software optimization, and query optimization.
Provides a comprehensive overview of data visualization with Microsoft Power BI. It covers a wide range of topics, including data modeling, data visualization, and report creation.
Provides a comprehensive overview of data engineering on Microsoft Azure. It covers the concepts and principles of data engineering, as well as the practical steps involved in designing, building, and managing a data engineering solution on Azure.
Provides a fundamental overview of data warehousing. It covers the concepts and principles of data warehousing, as well as the practical steps involved in designing, building, and managing a data warehouse.

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