Azure Synapse Analytics For Data Engineers -Hands On Project
Why take this course?
🌟 Azure Synapse Analytics For Data Engineers - Hands On Project 🌟
Course Headline:
Hands on Project for Data Engineers using all the services available in Azure Synapse Analytics [DP-203, DP-500]
Welcome! 🎉
I'm thrilled to guide you through the fascinating world of data engineering with Azure Synapse Analytics. This course is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding and hands-on experience in implementing a real-world data engineering solution using Azure Synapse Analytics, specifically by analyzing and reporting on NYC Taxi trips data.
Why Take This Course?
This course stands out as a practical guide to mastering Azure Synapse Analytics. Upon completion, including all assignments, you'll be well-equipped to embark on your own data engineering projects with confidence in your Azure Synapse Analytics skills. The course covers the essential services of Azure Synapse Analytics and interfaces with other relevant technologies.
🔍 Course Objectives:
- Gain a deep understanding of Azure Synapse Analytics architecture.
- Learn to leverage Serverless SQL Pool, Spark Pool, Dedicated SQL Pool, and Synapse Pipelines.
- Explore the Synapse Link for Cosmos DB and experience Hybrid Transactional and Analytical Processing (HTAP) capabilities.
- Integrate Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2 with Azure Synapse Analytics.
- Analyze real-world data using Power BI integration.
- Execute a hands-on project with NYC Taxi Trips data.
What You'll Learn:
- Azure Synapse Analytics Architecture - Understand the comprehensive, limitless analytics platform native to Microsoft Azure.
- Serverless SQL Pool - Explore a scalable pool of SQL resources without server provisioning or management.
- Spark Pool - Work with an Apache Spark pool that's fully managed by Azure Synapse Analytics.
- Dedicated SQL Pool - Learn about a fast, query performance, and secure pool for running data warehousing workloads.
- Synapse Pipelines - Automate and orchestrate your ETL (extract, transform, load) processes.
- Synapse Link for Cosmos DB - Utilize the HTAP capabilities to deliver real-time analytics using Azure Synapse Analytics with Azure Cosmos DB.
- Power BI Integration - Report and visualize data from your Azure Synapse Analytics workspace.
- Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2 integration - Combine massive amounts of data across an enterprise-wide platform.
- Hands-On Project with NYC Taxi Trips Data - Apply all the above technologies to analyze a real dataset and derive insights.
What's Not Covered:
- Data Flows - While we focus on ETL processes through Synapse Pipelines, Data Flows is a separate service that is not covered in this course.
- Advanced concepts around Dedicated SQL Pool - We touch upon the basics but for more advanced topics, additional learning would be recommended.
- Spark Programming - This course provides an overview of Spark Pools but for in-depth Spark programming, further study is advised.
- SQL Fundamentals - While we'll use SQL queries throughout the course, this is not a prerequisite as we will cover the essentials you need to know.
This course is tailored to provide you with a solid foundation in Azure Synapse Analytics and its applications. By the end of this journey, you'll be well-prepared for the challenges of real-world data engineering projects and equipped with the skills that can also aid in your preparation for the Azure Data Engineer Associate Certification [DP-203] and Designing and Implementing Enterprise-Scale Analytics Solutions Using Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Power BI [DP-500] certifications. Let's embark on this exciting learning adventure together! 🚀
Join me, Ramesh Retnasamy, on this hands-on journey through the world of Azure Synapse Analytics for Data Engineers. Let's build something incredible! 🛠️✨
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Comidoc Review
Our Verdict
This Azure Synapse Analytics course caters to both beginners and intermediates with its hands-on project and real-world data. While there may be room for minor improvements addressing glitches in provided queries and specific tool explanations, the instructor's expertise and detailed walkthrough of various services provide a solid foundation in Azure Synapse Analytics skills. This highly-rated course is particularly recommended for those keen on learning or expanding their knowledge within Azure Synapse Analytics.
What We Liked
- Comprehensive coverage of Azure Synapse Analytics services including Serverless SQL Pool, Spark Pool, Synapse Pipelines, Triggers, and Cosmos DB
- Hands-on project using real-world data from NYC Taxi Trips data offering practical insights into data engineering skills in Azure Synapse Analytics
- Detailed explanations of creating SQL scripts, Spark notebooks, dedicated SQL pools and spark pools
- Instructor's deep understanding of the subject matter and ability to explain concepts lucidly with a focus on solution architecture
Potential Drawbacks
- Missing a detailed section on Dedicated SQL Pool which will be covered in a separate course, as per instructor's announcement
- Few queries provided during lessons had issues leading to difficulty catching up in the latter part of the course
- Minor discrepancies between Azure Portal and course content might require adjustments while following along
- Some learners requested more in-depth explanations for select intermediate tools such as containers, data lake accounts, notebooks, and SQL scripts