Azure Synapse Analytics Training Course
Azure Synapse Analytics, previously known as SQL Data Warehouse, is an all-encompassing analytics platform that unifies enterprise data warehousing and big data analytics into one scalable service.
Available online or at your workplace, this instructor-led, live training is crafted for intermediate-level data engineers aiming to build solid expertise in leveraging Azure Synapse Analytics for data processing, analytics, and visualization across diverse scenarios.
Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:
Grasp the core concepts, architecture, and essential components of Azure Synapse Analytics.
Establish, configure, and oversee scalable data warehouses on the platform.
Utilize methods for ingesting, transforming, and loading data (ETL) from various sources into Azure Synapse.
Enhance query performance, enforce data security, and integrate with tools such as Power BI to visualize and disseminate insights.
Course Format
The course unfolds through interactive lectures and discussions, bolstered by comprehensive exercises and practical sessions, including hands-on implementation in a live lab environment.
Customization Options
To adapt this training to your specific needs, please get in touch to arrange a tailored program.
This course is available as onsite live training in Nigeria or online live training.Course Outline
Introduction to Azure Synapse Analytics
- Overview of Azure Synapse Analytics
- Key features and capabilities
- Comparison with other data analytics solutions
Setting up Azure Synapse Analytics
- Creating an Azure Synapse workspace
- Configuring data lake storage
- Managing users and access control
Data Integration and Management
- Data ingestion methods
- ETL processes with Azure Data Factory
- Data storage and organization strategies
Developing Big Data Solutions
- Introduction to Spark pools in Azure Synapse
- Processing large datasets with Spark
- Integrating with Azure Machine Learning
Querying Data with Serverless SQL Pools
- Overview of serverless SQL pools
- Querying across data sources
- Performance tuning and optimization
Security and Compliance
- Data protection and encryption
- Access control and data privacy
- Monitoring and auditing
Data Visualization and Analysis
- Connecting to Power BI and other visualization tools
- Building dashboards and reports
- Sharing insights within and outside an organization
Managing Resources and Best Practices
- Architectural best practices
- Managing and scaling resources
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Fundamental understanding of cloud computing principles
- Familiarity with data warehousing principles and practices
Audience
- Data engineers
- Data scientists
- Cloud professionals
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Joe Pang - Lands Department, Hong Kong
Course - QGIS for Geographic Information System
Hands-on examples allowed us to get an actual feel for how the program works. Good explanations and integration of theoretical concepts and how they relate to practical applications.
Ian - Archeoworks Inc.
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