DP-420: Designing and Implementing Cloud-Native Applications Using Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB

This course comprises 13 purposely designed modules that take you on a carefully defined learning journey.

It is an instructor-led course which runs to a fixed schedule, with set start and finish dates. It is driven forward by your instructor and features live sessions that are aired at a set time. You will, however, have time to complete certain activities at your own pace outside of the live sessions.

The materials for each module are accessible from the start of the course and will remain available for the duration of your enrollment. Methods of learning and assessment will include reading material, hands-on labs, and online exam questions.

As part of our mentoring service you will have access to valuable guidance and support throughout the course. We provide a dedicated discussion space where you can ask questions, chat with your peers, and resolve issues.

Once you have successfully completed the course, you will earn your Certificate of Completion.

After completing this course, you will be able to:

• Design and implement data models.
• Design and implement data distribution.
• Integrate an Azure Cosmos DB solution.
• Optimize an Azure Cosmos DB solution.
• Maintain an Azure Cosmos DB solution.

• Software developers
• Application developers
• Database administrators
• Data engineers
• Individuals preparing for the DP-420 exam
• Professionals looking to gain a complete understanding of using Cloud-Native applications utilizing Azure Cosmos DB

Before enrolling in this course, you need:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Azure and the ability to navigate the Azure portal (AZ-900 equivalent).
• Experience of writing in an Azure-supported language at the intermediate level. (C#, JavaScript, Python, or Java).
• The ability to write code to connect and perform operations on a SQL or NoSQL database product. (SQL Server, Oracle, MongoDB, Cassandra or similar).

This course will help you to prepare for the DP-420: Designing and Implementing Cloud-Native Applications Using Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB certification exam.

During the course, you will learn how to create an application using the SQL API and SDKs for Azure Cosmos DB. You will also learn how to write efficient queries, create indexing policies, manage and provisioned resources, and perform common operations with the SDKs.

• You will become familiar with the methods for developing apps for Azure and working with Azure Cosmos DB database technologies.
• You will build your knowledge around JSON, read C# or Java code, and use PowerShell.
• You will become proficient at developing applications using the Core (SQL) API and SDKs, writing efficient queries and creating appropriate index policies, provisioning and managing resources in Azure, and creating server-side objects with JavaScript.

When you take this course, you will also get information and guidance on the Microsoft certification process, knowledge checks and practice questions, and useful tips on how to pass the exam.