A hands-on guide to working on use cases helping you ingest, analyze, and serve insightful data from IoT as well as telemetry data sources using Azure Synapse Data Explorer Free PDF included with this book Key FeaturesAugment advanced analytics projects with your IoT and application dataExpand your existing Azure Synapse environments with unstructured dataBuild industry-level projects on integration, experimentation, and dashboarding with Azure SynapseBook Description Large volumes of data are generated daily from applications, websites, IoT devices, and other free-text, semi-structured data sources. Azure Synapse Data Explorer helps you collect, store, and analyze such data, and work with other analytical engines, such as Apache Spark, to develop advanced data science projects and maximize the value you extract from data. This book offers a comprehensive view of Azure Synapse Data Explorer, exploring not only the core scenarios of Data Explorer but also how it integrates within Azure Synapse. From data ingestion to data visualization and advanced analytics, you'll learn to take an end-to-end approach to maximize the value of unstructured data and drive powerful insights using data science capabilities. With real-world usage scenarios, you'll discover how to identify key projects where Azure Synapse Data Explorer can help you achieve your business goals. Throughout the chapters, you'll also find out how to manage big data as part of a software as a service (SaaS) platform, as well as tune, secure, and serve data to end users. By the end of this book, you'll have mastered the big data life cycle and you'll be able to implement advanced analytical scenarios from raw telemetry and log data. What you will learnIntegrate Data Explorer pools with all other Azure Synapse servicesCreate Data Explorer pools with Azure Synapse Studio and Azure PortalIngest, analyze, and serve data to users using Azure Synapse pipelinesIntegrate Power BI and visualize data with Synapse StudioConfigure Azure Machine Learning integration in Azure SynapseManage cost and troubleshoot Data Explorer pools in Synapse AnalyticsSecure Synapse workspaces and grant access to Data Explorer poolsWho this book is for If you are a data engineer, data analyst, or business analyst working with unstructured data and looking to learn how to maximize the value of such data, this book is for you. If you already have experience working with Azure Synapse and want to incorporate unstructured data into your data science project, you'll also find plenty of useful information in this book. To maximize your learning experience, familiarity with data and performing simple queries using SQL or KQL is recommended. Basic knowledge of Python will help you get more from the examples.

A practical guide that will help you transform your data into actionable insights with Azure Synapse Analytics KEY FEATURES ● Explore the different features in the Azure Synapse Analytics workspace. ● Learn how to integrate Power BI and Data Governance capabilities with Azure Synapse Analytics. ● Accelerate your analytics journey with the no-code/low-code capabilities of Azure Synapse. DESCRIPTION Cloud analytics is a crucial aspect of any digital transformation initiative, and the capabilities of the Azure Synapse analytics platform can simplify and streamline this process. By mastering Azure Synapse Analytics, analytics developers across organizations can boost their productivity by utilizing low-code, no-code, and traditional code-based analytics frameworks. This book starts with a comprehensive introduction to Azure Synapse Analytics and its limitless cloud-scale analytics capabilities. You will then learn how to explore and work with data warehousing features in Azure Synapse. Moving on, the book will guide you on how to effectively use Synapse Spark for data engineering and data science. It will help you learn how to gain insights from your data through Observational analytics using Synapse Data Explorer. You will also discover the seamless data integration capabilities of Synapse Pipeline, and delve into the benefits of Synapse Analytics' low-code and no-code pipeline development features. Lastly the book will show you how to create network topology and implement industry-specific architecture patterns in Azure Synapse Analytics. By the end of the book, you will be able to process and analyze vast amounts of data in real-time to gain insights quickly and make informed decisions. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Leverage Synapse Spark for machine learning tasks. ● Use Synapse Data Explorer for telemetry analysis. ● Take advantage of Synapse's common data model-based database templates. ● Query data using T-SQL, KQL, and Spark SQL within Synapse. ● Integrate Microsoft Purview with Synapse for enhanced data governance. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book is designed for Cloud data engineers with prior experience in Azure cloud computing, as well as Chief Data Officers (CDOs) and Data professionals, who want to use this unified platform for data ingestion, data warehousing, and big data analytics. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Cloud Analytics Concept 2. Introduction to Azure Synapse Analytics 3. Modern Data Warehouse with the Synapse SQL Pool 4. Query as a Service- Synapse Serverless SQL 5. Synapse Spark Pool Capability 6. Synapse Spark and Data Science 7. Learning Synapse Data Explorer 8. Synapse Data Integration 9. Synapse Link for HTAP 10. Azure Synapse -Unified Analytics Service 11. Synapse Workspace Ecosystem Integration 12. Azure Synapse Network Topology 13. Industry Cloud Analytics

Learn how to implement successful Azure Data projects and get the skills to clear the DP-900 certification exam with the help of mock tests and self-assessment scenarios for better preparation Key FeaturesGet the knowledge you need to pass the DP-900 exam on your first attemptGain fundamental knowledge of the core concepts of working with data in Azure cloud data servicesLearn through a practical approach and test yourself with mock exams at the end of the bookBook Description Passing the DP-900 Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals exam opens the door to a myriad of opportunities for working with data services in the cloud. But it is not an easy exam and you'll need a guide to set you up for success and prepare you for a career in Microsoft Azure. Absolutely everything you need to pass the DP-900 exam is covered in this concise handbook. After an introductory chapter covering the core terms and concepts, you'll go through the various roles related to working with data in the cloud and learn the similarities and differences between relational and non-relational databases. This foundational knowledge is crucial, as you'll learn how to provision and deploy Azure's relational and non-relational services in detail later in the book. You'll also gain an understanding of how to glean insights with data analytics at both small and large scales, and how to visualize your insights with Power BI. Once you reach the end of the book, you'll be able to test your knowledge with practice tests with detailed explanations of the correct answers. By the end of this book, you will be armed with the knowledge and confidence to not only pass the DP-900 exam but also have a solid foundation from which to embark on a career in Azure data services. What you will learnExplore the concepts of IaaS and PaaS database services on AzureQuery, insert, update, and delete relational data using SQLExplore the concepts of data warehouses in AzurePerform data analytics with an Azure Synapse Analytics workspaceUpload and retrieve data in Azure Cosmos DB and Azure HDInsightProvision and deploy non-relational data services in AzureContextualize the knowledge with real-life use casesTest your progress with a mock examWho this book is for This book is for data engineers, database administrators, or aspiring data professionals getting ready to take the DP-900 exam. It will also be helpful for those looking for a bit of guidance on how to be better equipped for Azure-related job roles such as Azure database administrator or Azure data engineer. A basic understanding of core data concepts and relational and non-relational data will help you make the most out of this book, but they're not a pre-requisite.

The most authoritative and complete study guide for people beginning to work with data in the Azure cloud In MC Azure Data Fundamentals Study Guide: Exam DP-900, expert Cloud Solution Architect Jake Switzer delivers a hands-on blueprint to acing the DP-900 Azure data certification. The book prepares you for the test – and for a new career in Azure data analytics, architecture, science, and more – with a laser-focus on the job roles and responsibilities of Azure data professionals. You’ll receive a foundational knowledge of core data concepts, like relational and non-relational data and transactional and analytical data workloads, while diving deep into every competency covered on the DP-900 exam. You’ll also get: Access to complimentary online study tools, including hundreds of practice exam questions, electronic flashcards, and a searchable glossary Additional prep assistance with access to Sybex’s superior interactive online learning environment and test bank Walkthroughs of skills and knowledge that are absolutely necessary for current and aspiring Azure data pros in introductory roles Perfect for anyone just beginning to work with data in the cloud, MC Azure Data Fundamentals Study Guide: Exam DP-900 is a can’t-miss resource for anyone prepping for the DP-900 exam or considering a new career working with Azure data.

Prepare for Microsoft Exam AZ-305 and help demonstrate your real-world expertise in designing cloud and hybrid solutions that run on Microsoft Azure, including identity, governance, monitoring, data storage, business continuity, and infrastructure. Designed for modern IT professionals, this Exam Ref focuses on the critical thinking and decision-making acumen needed for success at the Microsoft Certified Expert level. Focus on the expertise measured by these objectives: Design identity, governance, and monitoring solutions Design data storage solutions Design business continuity solutions Design infrastructure solutions This Microsoft Exam Ref: Organizes its coverage by exam objectives Features strategic, what-if scenarios to challenge you Assumes you have advanced experience and knowledge of IT operations, as well as experience in Azure administration, Azure development, and DevOps processes About the Exam Exam AZ-305 focuses on knowledge needed to design logging, monitoring, authentication, and authorization solutions; design governance, identities, and application access; design relational and non-relational data storage solutions; design data integration; recommend data storage solutions; design backup and disaster recovery solutions; design for high availability; design compute and network solutions, application architecture, and migration. About Microsoft Certification If you hold Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate certification, passing this exam fulfills your requirements for the Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert credential. Passing this exam demonstrates your expert-level skills in advising stakeholders and translating business requirements into designs for secure, scalable, and reliable Azure solutions; and in partnering with others to implement these solutions. See full details at: microsoft.com/learn

Prepare for the Azure Data Engineering certification—and an exciting new career in analytics—with this must-have study aide In the MCA Microsoft Certified Associate Azure Data Engineer Study Guide: Exam DP-203, accomplished data engineer and tech educator Benjamin Perkins delivers a hands-on, practical guide to preparing for the challenging Azure Data Engineer certification and for a new career in an exciting and growing field of tech. In the book, you’ll explore all the objectives covered on the DP-203 exam while learning the job roles and responsibilities of a newly minted Azure data engineer. From integrating, transforming, and consolidating data from various structured and unstructured data systems into a structure that is suitable for building analytics solutions, you’ll get up to speed quickly and efficiently with Sybex’s easy-to-use study aids and tools. This Study Guide also offers: Career-ready advice for anyone hoping to ace their first data engineering job interview and excel in their first day in the field Indispensable tips and tricks to familiarize yourself with the DP-203 exam structure and help reduce test anxiety Complimentary access to Sybex’s expansive online study tools, accessible across multiple devices, and offering access to hundreds of bonus practice questions, electronic flashcards, and a searchable, digital glossary of key terms A one-of-a-kind study aid designed to help you get straight to the crucial material you need to succeed on the exam and on the job, the MCA Microsoft Certified Associate Azure Data Engineer Study Guide: Exam DP-203 belongs on the bookshelves of anyone hoping to increase their data analytics skills, advance their data engineering career with an in-demand certification, or hoping to make a career change into a popular new area of tech.

TAGLINE Empower Your Data Insights with Azure Synapse Analytics KEY FEATURES ● Leverage Azure Synapse Analytics for data warehousing, big data analytics, and machine learning in one environment. ● Integrate with Azure services like Azure Data Lake Storage and Azure Machine Learning to enhance analytics. ● Gain insights from real-world examples and best practices to solve complex data challenges. DESCRIPTION Unlock the full potential of Azure Synapse Analytics with Ultimate Azure Synapse Analytics, your definitive roadmap to mastering the art of data analytics in the cloud era. From the foundational concepts to advanced techniques, each chapter offers practical insights and hands-on tutorials to streamline your data workflows and drive actionable insights. Discover how Azure Synapse Analytics revolutionizes data processing and integration, empowering you to harness the vast capabilities of the Azure ecosystem. Seamlessly transition from traditional data warehousing to cutting-edge big data analytics, leveraging serverless and dedicated resources for optimal performance. Dive deep into Synapse SQL, explore advanced data engineering with Apache Spark, and delve into machine learning and DevOps practices to stay ahead in today's data-driven landscape. Whether you're seeking to optimize performance, ensure compliance, or facilitate seamless migration, this book provides the expertise needed to excel in your role. Gain valuable insights into industry best practices, enhance your data engineering skills, and drive innovation within your organization. WHAT WILL YOU LEARN ● Understand the significance of Azure Synapse Analytics in modern data analytics. ● Learn to set up and configure your Synapse workspace for efficient data processing. ● Dive into Synapse SQL and discover techniques for data exploration and analysis. ● Master advanced techniques for seamless data integration into Azure Synapse Analytics. ● Explore big data engineering concepts and leverage Apache Spark for scalable data processing. ● Discover how to implement machine learning models and algorithms using Synapse Analytics. ● Ensure data security and regulatory compliance with effective security measures in Azure Synapse Analytics. ● Optimize performance and efficiency through performance tuning strategies and optimization techniques. ● Implement DevOps practices for effective data engineering and continuous integration and deployment. ● Gain insights into best practices for successful implementation and migration to Azure Synapse Analytics for streamlined data operations. WHO IS THIS BOOK FOR? This comprehensive book is crafted for data engineers, analysts, architects, and developers eager to master Azure Synapse Analytics, providing practical insights and advanced techniques. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned professional in the field of data analytics, this book offers invaluable resources to elevate your skills. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. The World of Azure Synapse Analytics 2. Setting Up the Synapse Workspace 3. Synapse SQL and Data Exploration 4. Data Integration Technique 5. Big Data Engineering with Apache Spark 6. Machine Learning with Synapse 7. Implementing Security and Compliance 8. Performance Tuning and Optimization 9. DevOps for Data Engineering 10. Ensuring Implementation Success and Effective Migration Index

Supercharge and automate your deployments to Azure Machine Learning clusters and Azure Kubernetes Service using Azure Machine Learning services Key Features Implement end-to-end machine learning pipelines on Azure Train deep learning models using Azure compute infrastructure Deploy machine learning models using MLOps Book Description Azure Machine Learning is a cloud service for accelerating and managing the machine learning (ML) project life cycle that ML professionals, data scientists, and engineers can use in their day-to-day workflows. This book covers the end-to-end ML process using Microsoft Azure Machine Learning, including data preparation, performing and logging ML training runs, designing training and deployment pipelines, and managing these pipelines via MLOps. The first section shows you how to set up an Azure Machine Learning workspace; ingest and version datasets; as well as preprocess, label, and enrich these datasets for training. In the next two sections, you'll discover how to enrich and train ML models for embedding, classification, and regression. You'll explore advanced NLP techniques, traditional ML models such as boosted trees, modern deep neural networks, recommendation systems, reinforcement learning, and complex distributed ML training techniques - all using Azure Machine Learning. The last section will teach you how to deploy the trained models as a batch pipeline or real-time scoring service using Docker, Azure Machine Learning clusters, Azure Kubernetes Services, and alternative deployment targets. By the end of this book, you'll be able to combine all the steps you've learned by building an MLOps pipeline. What you will learn Understand the end-to-end ML pipeline Get to grips with the Azure Machine Learning workspace Ingest, analyze, and preprocess datasets for ML using the Azure cloud Train traditional and modern ML techniques efficiently using Azure ML Deploy ML models for batch and real-time scoring Understand model interoperability with ONNX Deploy ML models to FPGAs and Azure IoT Edge Build an automated MLOps pipeline using Azure DevOps Who this book is for This book is for machine learning engineers, data scientists, and machine learning developers who want to use the Microsoft Azure cloud to manage their datasets and machine learning experiments and build an enterprise-grade ML architecture using MLOps. This book will also help anyone interested in machine learning to explore important steps of the ML process and use Azure Machine Learning to support them, along with building powerful ML cloud applications. A basic understanding of Python and knowledge of machine learning are recommended.

Boost your Azure career by mastering essential data concepts and cloud services with this pragmatic guide Purchase of this book unlocks access to web-based exam prep resources such as mock exams, flashcards, exam tips, and the eBook PDF Key Features Gain Azure certification insights from industry veteran and Microsoft MVP, Steve Miles Dive into expertly crafted content aligned with the latest DP-900 exam requirements Test your skills with mock exams that mirror the actual certification exam Book DescriptionMicrosoft's Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900) certification exam validates your expertise in core data concepts and Azure’s powerful data services capabilities. This comprehensive guide written by Steve Miles—a Microsoft Azure MVP and certified trainer with over 25 years of experience in cloud data services and 30+ certifications across major platforms—serves as your gateway to a future shaped by data and AI, regardless of your technical background. With the help of examples, you'll learn fundamental data concepts, including data representation, data storage options, and common workloads and gain clarity on the roles and responsibilities of key data professionals such as data administrators, engineers, and analysts. This guide covers all crucial exam domains, from data services capabilities of the Azure cloud platform to considerations for relational, non-relational, and analytics workloads, encompassing both Microsoft and open-source technologies. To supplement your exam prep, this book gives you access to a suite of online resources designed to boost your confidence, including mock tests, interactive flashcards, and invaluable exam tips By the end of this book, you’ll be fully prepared not only to pass the DP-900 exam but also to confidently tackle data solutions in Azure, setting a strong foundation for your data-driven careerWhat you will learn Analyze features of structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data Utilize Azure SQL and open-source database services confidently Identify and evaluate Azure storage options Understand the versatility of Azure Cosmos DB through use cases and APIs Apply cutting-edge strategies for large-scale analytics in Azure Master core data concepts crucial for Azure environments Explore Microsoft's cloud services for real-time analytics Demonstrate proficiency in data visualization using Power BI Who this book is for This exam guide is designed for anyone who wants to work with Azure data services and prepare for the Azure DP-900 exam. Whether you're an administrator, engineer, architect, developer, analyst, aspiring data scientist, or a non-technical enthusiast interested in learning data concepts, this book is for you. It also lays the groundwork for those planning to pursue more advanced data or AI certifications. A foundational understanding of cloud concepts and client-server applications is assumed.