Operational Analytics with Microsoft Azure Synapse Analytics from Coursera

In this course, you will learn how to perform operational analytics against Azure Cosmos DB using the Azure Synapse Link feature within Azure Synapse Analytics.

You will learn how hybrid transactional and analytical processing can help you perform operational analytics with Azure Synapse Analytics. You will also learn how to configure and enable Azure Synapse Link to interact with Azure Cosmos DB and how you can perform analytics against Azure Cosmos DB using Azure Synapse Link.

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). You will take a practice exam that covers key skills measured by the certification exam.

This is the seventh 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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Design hybrid transactional and analytical processing using Azure Synapse Analytics

After completing this module, you will be able to describe how hybrid transactional and analytical processing can help you perform operation analytics with Azure Synapse Analytics. During the module you will develop an understanding of transaction and processing patterns, analytical workloads, and learn how to design schemas and writeback scenarios.

Configure Azure Synapse Link with Azure Cosmos DB

In this module you will learn how to configure and enable Azure Synapse Link to interact with Azure Cosmos Database. This includes creating a Cosmos database account and an analytical store enabled container, implementing Synapse Link, and validating connectivity.

Query Azure Cosmos in Azure Synapse Analytics

In this module, you will learn how to perform analytics against Azure Cosmos Database using Azure Synapse Link and the Synapse Serverless SQL. During the module you will explore how to perform a range of queries, work with aggregations such as the windowing function, and read and write data to and from transactional stores.

Practice exam on working with hybrid transactional and analytical processing solutions using 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. After completing this module, you will be able to prepare for the Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate exam.

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Develops techniques for performing operational analytics against data stores

Teaches students the concepts and skills to prepare for the Exam DP-203: Data Engineering on Microsoft Azure (Beta)

Partners with Microsoft, an organization recognized for its work in cloud computing

Taught by an instructor from Microsoft, an organization recognized for its work in cloud technologies

Involves hands-on labs that provide practical experience

May require learners to pay for an exam in order to complete the certificate

Requires learners to have prior experience in data engineering

May be less relevant to learners who are not interested in taking the Exam DP-203: Data Engineering on Microsoft Azure (Beta)

Limited to the use of Azure Synapse Link and Azure Cosmos DB for operational analytics

Content may become outdated as Azure Synapse Link and Azure Cosmos DB evolve

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Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Operational Analytics with Microsoft Azure Synapse Analytics with these activities:

Review Azure Cosmos DB Concepts

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Strengthen your understanding of Azure Cosmos DB's key concepts, data model, and APIs.

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Access the Azure Cosmos DB documentation.
Review articles on core concepts, data modeling, and APIs.
Complete the provided knowledge check quizzes.

Complete Microsoft's Hands-on Labs on Azure Synapse Link

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Gain practical experience with Azure Synapse Link by following step-by-step tutorials provided by Microsoft.

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Access the Microsoft Learn platform.
Locate the hands-on labs for Azure Synapse Link.
Complete the labs, following the instructions provided.

Join a Study Group for Data Engineering with Microsoft Azure

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Engage with fellow learners to discuss course concepts, share insights, and collaborate on projects.

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Seek out or create a study group.
Establish regular meeting times.
Review course materials together, discuss topics, and work on assignments collaboratively.

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Solve Data Engineering Challenges on LeetCode or CodeChef

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Sharpen your problem-solving skills and coding abilities by tackling real-world data engineering challenges on popular coding platforms.

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Choose a coding challenge that aligns with course topics.
Develop and implement a solution using appropriate data structures and algorithms.
Test and debug your code to ensure correctness and efficiency.

Design a Data Pipeline using Azure Synapse Link

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Apply your knowledge of Azure Synapse Link by designing a comprehensive data pipeline that addresses a specific business problem.

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Identify a business problem that can be solved with HTAP.
Design a data pipeline using Azure Synapse Link to integrate data from transactional and analytical systems.
Present your design to a peer or mentor for feedback.

Develop a Whitepaper on Hybrid Transactional and Analytical Processing

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Deepen your knowledge of HTAP concepts and their application in real-world scenarios by creating a comprehensive whitepaper.

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Research and gather information on HTAP.
Identify case studies and examples of successful HTAP implementations.
Write a detailed whitepaper outlining the benefits, challenges, and best practices of HTAP.

Build a Data Warehouse using Azure Synapse Analytics

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Showcase your proficiency in data warehousing by constructing a comprehensive data warehouse using Azure Synapse Analytics.

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Design a star schema or snowflake schema for your data warehouse.
Load data from various sources into Azure Synapse Analytics.
Create views and tables to support data analysis and reporting.
Implement data security and access controls.

Career center

Learners who complete Operational Analytics with Microsoft Azure Synapse Analytics will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Data Engineer

This course on Operational Analytics with Microsoft Azure Synapse Analytics is useful for those seeking to enter or advance their career as a Data Engineer. This course teaches how to perform operational analytics and set up hybrid transactional analytical processing with Azure Synapse Analytics. This is a useful skill for Data Engineers who wish to work with Microsoft Azure and can help to prepare learners for roles in this field.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts who focus on operational analytics may benefit from taking this course. This course teaches how to perform operational analytics with Microsoft Synapse Analytics, as well as how to architect, manage, and query data with Azure Cosmos DB. These are both useful tools for data analysts, especially those who work with Azure Synapse Analytics.

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ETL Developer

ETL Developers may find this course on operational analytics to be useful. It includes training on working with data in Azure Synapse and Azure Cosmos DB, as well as instruction on transforming data. These topics are all useful for ETL Developers and will help them to understand the tools they need for their work.

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators who wish to work with Microsoft Azure may find this course to be a useful resource. This course provides training on important Microsoft Azure services and how to utilize them for data analytics. Specifically, this course teaches how to perform operational analytics and hybrid transactional analytical processing with Azure Synapse Analytics. This can be incredibly useful knowledge for DBAs.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists working with Azure Synapse Analytics might benefit from taking this operational analytics course. The course involves learning how to design hybrid transactional analytical processing with Azure Synapse Analytics and working with Azure Cosmos DB. These skills and knowledge can help Data Scientists expand their expertise and may make them more competitive within their field.

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Database Architect

Database Architects interested in specializing in Microsoft Azure will benefit from taking this course. This course teaches how to architect and manage data in the context of Azure Synapse Analytics. This can be a useful tool for architects and involves learning how to perform operational analytics through Azure Synapse Link and how to query Azure Cosmos in Azure Synapse Analytics.

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Integration Architect

An Integration Architect who specializes in Microsoft Azure may find this course to be helpful for their career. The course involves learning how to perform operational analytics with Azure Synapse Analytics, including how to integrate and transform data.

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Machine Learning Engineer

This course on operational analytics may be useful for Machine Learning Engineers who work with Azure Synapse Analytics. This course offers training on how to set up hybrid transactional analytical processing with Azure Synapse Analytics, as well as how to work with Azure Cosmos DB. Both of these are useful for machine learning and the course may help prepare a learner for these tasks.

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Systems Analyst

Systems Analysts working with Azure may find this course on operational analytics to be useful for their field. The course teaches how to perform operational analytics and hybrid transactional analytical processing with Azure Synapse Analytics, all of which is useful for a Systems Analyst.

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Information Architect

Information Architects who work with Synapse Analytics may be interested in this course on operational analytics. This course covers how to perform operational analytics with Azure Synapse Analytics, including how to architect transactional and analytical processing. These skills are valuable for information architects, particularly those working with Azure Synapse Analytics.

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Developer

Developers who work with Azure Synapse and Azure Cosmos DB may find this operational analytics course to be useful. Developers will find instruction on integrating and transforming data, which can help them excel within their roles.

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Solutions Architect

Solutions Architects who work on Microsoft Azure may find this course in operational analytics to be useful for their roles. The course provides training on Azure Synapse Analytics and how to perform operational analytics, including how to set up hybrid transactional analytical processing with Azure Synapse Analytics and how to query Azure Cosmos in Azure Synapse Analytics. These tools and skills are all relevant to a Solutions Architect role.

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Project Manager

Project Managers who lead teams working with Azure Synapse Analytics may find that this course provides useful skills for their career. The course teaches how to perform operational analytics with Azure Synapse Analytics, including how to configure Azure Synapse Link and how to query Azure Cosmos in Azure Synapse Analytics. These skills are helpful for those managing projects that involve these tools.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance Analysts who work with Microsoft Azure could benefit from taking this course. This course provides training on how to perform operational analytics and hybrid transactional analytical processing using Azure Synapse Analytics. This can be useful for a QA Analyst who works with these tools.

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Information Security Analyst

An Information Security Analyst might find taking a course on operational analytics to be useful for their career. The course involves training on how to work with Microsoft Azure tools for analytics. Furthermore, the course teaches how to configure Azure Synapse Link to interact with Azure Cosmos DB. All of these are useful skills for information security.

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