Azure Data Storage Solutions

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Azure Data Storage Solutions

This course is part of Exam Prep AZ-305: Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert Specialization

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

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8 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

8 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Describe key Azure data storage concepts and services.
Create and manage Azure Cosmos DB using the .NET SDK.
Work with Azure SQL solutions including SQL Database, SQL Edge, SQL Server on VMs, and SQL Managed Instance, including data encryption methods.

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There are 3 modules in this course

"Azure Data Storage Solutions is a course designed to introduce learners to key data storage and integration strategies within the Azure ecosystem. This is the second course of the Exam Prep AZ-305: Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert specialization.

This specialization covers core Azure data storage services and integration, including relational and non-relational databases, storage accounts, data integration tools, and data analytics services. Key topics include Azure Cosmos DB, Azure SQL Database, Azure Storage Accounts, Azure Blob Storage, Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2, Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, and Azure Synapse Analytics. This course is structured into three modules, each containing Lessons and Video Lectures. Learners will engage with approximately 5:00-5:30 hours of video content, covering both theoretical concepts and hands-on practice. Each module is supplemented with quizzes to assess learners' understanding and reinforce key concepts." Course Modules: Module 1: Azure Data Storage Solutions and Implementation Module 2: Azure Storage Accounts and Services Module 3: Azure Data Integration and Analytics Services By the end of this course, a learner will be able to: - Describe key Azure data storage concepts and services. - Create and manage Azure Cosmos DB using the .NET SDK. - Work with Azure SQL solutions including SQL Database, SQL Edge, SQL Server on VMs, and SQL Managed Instance, including data encryption methods. - Understand Azure Storage Account types, redundancy options, and access models. - Configure and manage Azure Blob Storage using the .NET Client Library. - Explore additional storage services such as Azure Files, Table Storage, and Disk Storage with a focus on security. - Understand data integration workflows and Azure’s role in modern data pipelines. - Utilize services like Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, and Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2. - Apply best practices for designing secure, efficient, and scalable data workflows on Azure. This course is designed for cloud professionals and data engineers seeking to build expertise in Azure’s data storage, integration, and analytics capabilities. It is especially valuable for those preparing for the Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification.

Welcome to Week 1 of the Azure Data Storage Solutions course. This week, we'll explore Azure Data Storage Services and Azure Cosmos DB. We'll begin with an overview of Azure Data Storage Services and their role in modern applications. As we progress, we'll delve into Azure Cosmos DB, covering its core features, benefits, and use cases. We will also cover a demo on Creating a Cosmos DB account - NoSQL API. By the end of the week, we will focus on interacting with Cosmos DB using the Microsoft .NET SDK v3. A demo session will provide hands-on insights into using the .NET SDK with Azure Cosmos DB. We will also cover Azure SQL Database & SQL Edge, SQL Server on Azure VMs and SQL Managed Instance and Data Encryption for Structured Data.

What's included

8 videos2 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt

8 videosTotal 48 minutes

Azure Data Storage Services - Overview2 minutesPreview module
Azure Cosmos DB - Overview3 minutes
Demo: Creating a Cosmos DB account - NoSQL API7 minutes
Microsoft .NET SDK v3 for Azure Cosmos DB - Demo11 minutes
Azure SQL Database & SQL Edge - Overview5 minutes
SQL Server on Azure VMs3 minutes
SQL Managed Instance6 minutes
Data Encryption for Structured Data6 minutes

2 readingsTotal 60 minutes

Welcome to the Course30 minutes
Overview of Azure Data Storage Solutions and Implementation30 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Azure Data Storage Solutions and Implementation - Assessment30 minutes
Azure Data Storage Solutions for relational data - Knowledge Check30 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

Meet and Greet10 minutes

Welcome to Week 2 of the Azure Data Storage Solutions course. This week, we'll explore Azure Storage Accounts and Services, and delve into Azure Blob Storage. We'll begin with an overview of Azure Storage Accounts and Services. As we progress, we'll cover creating an Azure Storage Account and Azure Storage redundancy. We'll also delve into Azure Blob Storage, including an overview and practical demonstrations. By the end of the week, we will focus on Azure Files and Table Storage, Azure Disk solutions, and Storage Security. Practical demos will cover Azure Storage Encryption, using the Azure Blob Storage Client Library for .NET, and configuring Azure Blob Storage Policy & Data Lifecycle Management.

What's included

11 videos1 reading2 assignments

11 videosTotal 61 minutes

Azure Storage Accounts and Services - Overview5 minutesPreview module
Demo: Create an Azure Storage Account6 minutes
Azure Storage Redundancy5 minutes
Azure Blob Storage - Overview3 minutes
Azure Blob Storage - Demo3 minutes
Azure Files and Table Storage5 minutes
Azure Disk Solution and Storage Security4 minutes
Demo: Azure Storage Encryption6 minutes
Demo: Azure Blob Storage Client Library for .NET12 minutes
Azure Blob Storage Policy & Data Lifecycle Management - Overview4 minutes
Demo: Configure a Lifecycle Management Policy3 minutes

1 readingTotal 30 minutes

Overview of Azure Storage Accounts and Services30 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Azure Storage Accounts and Services - Assessment30 minutes
Azure Data Storage Solutions for semi-structured and unstructured data- Knowledge Check30 minutes

Welcome to Week 3 of the Azure Data Integration and Analytics Services course. This week, we'll explore Azure Data Integration and Analytics, focusing on managing and controlling your data environment. We will begin with an overview of Data Integration and Azure Analytics Services. As we progress, we'll cover Data Integration, including key concepts, and delve into core Azure Analytics Services. We will also cover Azure Data Factory, including an overview, Azure Databricks, and Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2. By the end of the week, we will cover Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2 best practices, and provide an introduction to Azure Synapse Analytics. We will conclude with an overview of Data Integration and related Azure services.

What's included

7 videos3 readings2 assignments

7 videosTotal 49 minutes

Data Integration - Overview3 minutesPreview module
Azure Analytics Services: Introduction5 minutes
Azure Data Factory: Introduction9 minutes
Azure Databricks - Overview4 minutes
Azure Data lake Storage Gen 2 - Overview5 minutes
Azure Data lake Storage Gen 2 - Best Practices6 minutes
Introduction to Azure Synapse Analytics14 minutes

3 readingsTotal 90 minutes

Overview of Azure Data Integration and Analytics Services30 minutes
Key Takeaways of the course30 minutes
Course Conclusion30 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Azure Data Integration and Analytics Services - Assessment30 minutes
Azure Data Integration Solutions - Knowledge check30 minutes

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