"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.
