Learn how to create an application using the SQL API and SDKs for Azure Cosmos DB. Discover how to write efficient queries, create indexing policies, manage and provisioned resources, and perform common operations with the SDKs.
Benefit from instructor-led preparation for the DP-420 certification exam with tips, tricks, guidance, and mentored support.
DP-420 is a four-day associate-level course for developers, data engineers, and solution architects. It focuses on authoring cloud-native solutions using the SQL API and SDK for Azure Cosmos.
During the course you will be introduced to the Azure Cosmos DB SQL API and discover how to create and configure your account, database, container and resources. You will learn how to configure throughput allocation and time-to-live values, plus how to migrate data using Azure services and Spark or Kafka. You will also build your understanding of how to integrate Microsoft.Azure.Cosmos SDK library from NuGet, connect to the account using SDK and .NET, and configure SDK for offline development and access and manage data.
Additionally, you will explore how to write and optimize queries, define and customize indexes, handle events, and archive data using Azure Functions. You will develop your knowledge of advanced modelling patterns, and partition and replication strategy. You will further learn how to measure performance, implement backup, and restore. Plus, you will explore how to use Azure Resource Manager (ARM) to manage an Azure Cosmos DB account and its child resources using JSON templates, Bicep templates, or the Azure CLI.
Overall, this course will prepare you for the DP-420 exam and set the base for other role-based courses and certifications. Entry for the exam is not included. However, you will get a clear overview of the Microsoft certification process, including tips and tricks, testing strategies, practice questions, and helpful information to help you pass the exam.
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:
Before enrolling in this course, you need:
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.
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.