Introduction to Microsoft Azure Data is a foundational course for data professionals and IT administrators who want to understand Azure’s breadth of data services. Students explore relational and non-relational data concepts, survey Azure’s key data storage and analytics services including Azure SQL Database, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Data Lake Storage, and Azure Synapse Analytics, and understand how to select the right data service for different workload requirements.
What You Will Learn
- Understand relational and non-relational data concepts and when to use each type in cloud scenarios
- Explore Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure VMs
- Survey Azure Cosmos DB options including API for NoSQL, MongoDB, and other multi-model APIs
- Understand Azure Data Lake Storage, Azure Synapse Analytics, and the modern analytics architecture
- Identify the right Azure data service for common workload scenarios including OLTP, analytics, and IoT
Who Should Attend
Data professionals, Azure administrators, and IT decision-makers who want an overview of Microsoft Azure’s data services and how to choose between them.
Prerequisites
Basic understanding of data concepts and familiarity with Azure fundamentals (AZ-900 level or equivalent).
