{"id":75553,"date":"2021-06-27T05:25:17","date_gmt":"2021-06-27T10:55:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/?p=75553"},"modified":"2026-06-12T13:09:26","modified_gmt":"2026-06-12T07:39:26","slug":"azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals: DP-900 Exam Preparation Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<!--[if lt IE 9]><script>document.createElement('audio');<\/script><![endif]-->\n<audio class=\"wp-audio-shortcode\" id=\"audio-75553-1\" preload=\"none\" style=\"width: 100%;\" controls=\"controls\"><source type=\"audio\/mpeg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/How_to_Pass_the_Azure_DP-900.mp3?_=1\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/How_to_Pass_the_Azure_DP-900.mp3\">https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/How_to_Pass_the_Azure_DP-900.mp3<\/a><\/audio>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There comes a point in many technology careers when experience alone no longer feels like enough.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ve probably been working with data for years, never feeling the need to upgrade yourself. But the job market has become so competitive that you need some kind of a certification to stay relevant in the long run.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are searching for an entry point to upskill yourself, <\/span><b>Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals DP-900<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a great place to begin the journey. This certification for beginners and professionals offers you the basic understanding of data and its use in Azure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, passing the exam requires more than simply learning definitions. A strategic and time-bound preparation helps you focus on understanding concepts and perform well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this guide, we&#8217;ll break down the <\/span><b>DP-900 exam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, explore the syllabus, highlight common preparation mistakes, and help you build a realistic study plan.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: 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href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#What_Does_the_DP-900_Exam_Test\" >What Does the DP-900 Exam Test?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Your_Basic_Concept_Clarity\" >Your Basic Concept Clarity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Your_Familiarity_with_Azure_Data_Services\" >Your Familiarity with Azure Data Services<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Who_Should_Take_the_DP-900_Certification\" >Who Should Take the DP-900 Certification?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Aspiring_Data_Professional\" >Aspiring Data Professional<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Experienced_Professional_Shifting_to_Azure\" >Experienced Professional Shifting to Azure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Working_Professional_Exploring_Cloud_Technologies\" >Working Professional Exploring Cloud Technologies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Developers_and_Software_Engineers\" >Developers and Software Engineers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Azure_DP-900_Syllabus_An_Exam_Structure_Breakdown\" >Azure DP-900 Syllabus: An Exam Structure Breakdown<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Describe_Core_Data_Concepts\" >Describe Core Data Concepts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Identify_Considerations_for_Relational_Data_on_Azure\" >Identify Considerations for Relational Data on Azure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Describe_Considerations_for_Working_With_Non-Relational_Data_on_Azure\" >Describe Considerations for Working With Non-Relational Data on Azure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Describe_An_Analytics_Workload_On_Azure\" >Describe An Analytics Workload On Azure<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Which_DP-900_Domains_Carry_the_Most_Weight\" >Which DP-900 Domains Carry the Most Weight?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Azure_Data_Services_You_Must_Know_for_the_DP-900_Exam\" >Azure Data Services You Must Know for the DP-900 Exam<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Azure_SQL_Database_Basics\" >Azure SQL Database Basics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Azure_Cosmos_DB\" >Azure Cosmos DB<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Azure_Storage\" >Azure Storage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Azure_Analytics_Services\" >Azure Analytics Services<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#4-Week_DP-900_Study_Plan\" >4-Week DP-900 Study Plan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#5_Common_DP-900_Preparation_Mistakes_That_Cause_Candidates_to_Fail\" >5 Common DP-900 Preparation Mistakes That Cause Candidates to Fail<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Memorising_More_than_the_Azure_DP-900_Syllabus\" >Memorising More than the Azure DP-900 Syllabus<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Ignoring_Time_Management\" >Ignoring Time Management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Cramming_Instead_of_Understanding\" >Cramming Instead of Understanding<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Depending_on_Self-Study_Only\" >Depending on Self-Study Only<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#How_to_Prepare_for_DP-900_A_Step-by-Step_Learning_Path\" >How to Prepare for DP-900: A Step-by-Step Learning Path<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#DP-900_Exam_Tips_and_Strategy_That_Actually_Work\" >DP-900 Exam Tips and Strategy That Actually Work<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#What_Certification_Should_You_Take_After_DP-900\" >What Certification Should You Take After DP-900?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#Final_Thoughts_Is_DP-900_Worth_It\" >Final Thoughts: Is DP-900 Worth It?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/azure-dp-900-exam-preparation-guide\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_the_DP-900_Exam_Test\"><\/span><b>What Does the DP-900 Exam Test?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-101244\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/What-Does-the-DP-900-Exam-Test.webp\" alt=\"What Does the DP-900 Exam Test\" width=\"1949\" height=\"1457\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/What-Does-the-DP-900-Exam-Test.webp 1949w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/What-Does-the-DP-900-Exam-Test-300x224.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/What-Does-the-DP-900-Exam-Test-1024x766.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/What-Does-the-DP-900-Exam-Test-768x574.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/What-Does-the-DP-900-Exam-Test-1536x1148.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/What-Does-the-DP-900-Exam-Test-150x112.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1949px) 100vw, 1949px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>&#8220;The DP-900 is not a test of how well you can use Azure. It is a test of how well you understand data concepts within the Azure ecosystem.&#8221;<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A common misconception is that the <\/span><b>Azure Data Fundamentals certification<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> tests whether you can work with Azure services or not. But Microsoft isn\u2019t expecting you to know that from the beginning. Here is what it actually checks with the entry-level exam:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_Basic_Concept_Clarity\"><\/span><b>Your Basic Concept Clarity<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At the initial stage, the certification assesses if you understand how data works inside the cloud platform. For example:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you know the difference between structured and unstructured data?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can you distinguish between <\/span><b>relational vs non-relational data in Azure<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you familiar with the comparison of <\/span><b>transactional vs analytical workloads<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This <\/span><b>Azure data certification for beginners<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> focuses on your understanding of the concepts that support complex data pipelines.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_Familiarity_with_Azure_Data_Services\"><\/span><b>Your Familiarity with Azure Data Services<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The<\/span> <a title=\"DP-900 certification\" href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/credentials\/certifications\/azure-data-fundamentals\/?practice-assessment-type=certification\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-schema-attribute=\"about mentions\"><b>DP-900 certification<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> only gives you the <\/span><b>Azure data services overview<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. However, you don\u2019t have to memorise its every feature and advantage. This entry-level credential only expects you to recognise which service solves what kind of a problem.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a nutshell, think of DP-900 as a test of your data knowledge and not technical expertise. If you know how data works and where it fits in the Azure ecosystem, you can attempt the certification exam confidently.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Should_Take_the_DP-900_Certification\"><\/span><b>Who Should Take the DP-900 Certification?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The certification tests your understanding of the <\/span><b>Azure data fundamentals concepts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. That being said, it is not necessarily suitable for every professional working with datasets. But it is a good progression path for anyone developing a strong foundation in data concepts within Azure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>The certification can be valuable if you are one of the following:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aspiring_Data_Professional\"><\/span><b>Aspiring Data Professional<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DP-900 certification introduces you to databases, workloads, core services, and their use within Azure. So, if you are planning a career as a data engineer or a cloud computing expert, it familiarises you with concepts you will use throughout your career.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Experienced_Professional_Shifting_to_Azure\"><\/span><b>Experienced Professional Shifting to Azure<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you been working as a traditional data professional but want to switch to Azure now? This certification is the ideal entry point, introducing you to data and analytics concepts. It strengthens your base and makes you competent enough to pursue specialisation certifications in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Working_Professional_Exploring_Cloud_Technologies\"><\/span><b>Working Professional Exploring Cloud Technologies<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IT professionals generally work with database and reporting tools in a traditional manner. Their exposure to cloud-based services is still limited (or none in some cases). Azure data certification for beginners builds the foundation for these concepts and their use within the Azure environment.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Developers_and_Software_Engineers\"><\/span><b>Developers and Software Engineers<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are a developer or software engineer working with databases and storage solutions, your knowledge scope would be limited. Certification helps strengthen your foundation of Azure data services and storage specifics so you can stay updated and be a valuable asset to the company.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Azure_DP-900_Syllabus_An_Exam_Structure_Breakdown\"><\/span><b>Azure DP-900 Syllabus: An Exam Structure Breakdown<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Familiarise yourself with the <\/span><a title=\"Microsoft DP-900 course\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/microsoft-azure-certification-dp-900\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-schema-attribute=\"about mentions\"><b>Microsoft DP-900 course<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> before you start preparing so you know how much time to dedicate to which domains. While some sections carry a higher weightage, others hold comparatively lower value.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Domain<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Weightage<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core Data Concepts<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25 to 30%<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Relational Data on Azure<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20 to 25%<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-Relational Data on Azure<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15 to 20%<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Analytics Workloads on Azure<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25 to 30%<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is a closer look at what each domain covers:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Describe_Core_Data_Concepts\"><\/span><b>Describe Core Data Concepts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The domain tests if you have clarity of the data concepts that form a part of the Azure platform:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can you describe how to represent data in different ways?<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can you identify different options for data storage?<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can you describe the various features of transactional and analytical workloads?<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you understand the roles and responsibilities of data engineers, analysts, and administrators?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Identify_Considerations_for_Relational_Data_on_Azure\"><\/span><b>Identify Considerations for Relational Data on Azure<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The second-most important domain checks your knowledge of how relational data works within Azure:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can you describe the various concepts of relational data, including normalisation, SQL statements, and common database objects?<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you familiar with the relational data services, such as Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server?<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can you identify the suitable Azure database services for open-source database systems?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Describe_Considerations_for_Working_With_Non-Relational_Data_on_Azure\"><\/span><b>Describe Considerations for Working With Non-Relational Data on Azure<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The domain validates if you are familiar with the key considerations to follow when working with non-relational data:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you aware of Azure Blob, File, and Table storage?<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can you identify the use cases of Azure Cosmos DB?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Describe_An_Analytics_Workload_On_Azure\"><\/span><b>Describe An Analytics Workload On Azure<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The domain focuses on your understanding of the analytics workload and its use cases within Azure:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you familiar with the common large-scale analytics services such as Azure Databricks and Microsoft Fabric?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can you identify the differences between streaming and batch data?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you aware of the Power BI capabilities and the data model features within?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can you identify the correct data visualisation elements?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_DP-900_Domains_Carry_the_Most_Weight\"><\/span><b>Which DP-900 Domains Carry the Most Weight?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>&#8220;Candidates who focus on understanding use cases consistently outperform those who simply memorize Azure service names.&#8221;<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The domains have almost identical weightage, making it important to dedicate your time responsibly to all of them. Many candidates end up spending the majority of their time on core services and remembering product names. They fail to figure out how data fundamentals support them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following a balanced study approach and dedicating time to every concept increases your chances of passing the exam.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Azure_Data_Services_You_Must_Know_for_the_DP-900_Exam\"><\/span><b>Azure Data Services You Must Know for the DP-900 Exam<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-101243\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Azure-Data-Services-You-Must-Know-for-the-DP-900-Exam.webp\" alt=\"Azure Data Services You Must Know for the DP-900 Exam\" width=\"1949\" height=\"1311\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Azure-Data-Services-You-Must-Know-for-the-DP-900-Exam.webp 1949w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Azure-Data-Services-You-Must-Know-for-the-DP-900-Exam-300x202.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Azure-Data-Services-You-Must-Know-for-the-DP-900-Exam-1024x689.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Azure-Data-Services-You-Must-Know-for-the-DP-900-Exam-768x517.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Azure-Data-Services-You-Must-Know-for-the-DP-900-Exam-1536x1033.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Azure-Data-Services-You-Must-Know-for-the-DP-900-Exam-150x101.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1949px) 100vw, 1949px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The easiest way to get overwhelmed by the syllabus is assuming that you have to master everything at once. But that isn\u2019t what the Azure Data Fundamentals certification expects from you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This foundational exam only focuses on whether you understand the Azure data services and their purpose or not. If you are well aware of how similar-sounding services offer different advantages, you are on the right track.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below is a quick list of the Azure services that you should get familiar with before attempting the exam:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Azure_SQL_Database_Basics\"><\/span><b>Azure SQL Database Basics<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the commonly used relational services is the Azure SQL Database. When studying about it, focus on the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Relational database concepts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tables, rows, and columns<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Structured data storage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use cases<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Azure_Cosmos_DB\"><\/span><b>Azure Cosmos DB<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contrary to SQL, Cosmos DB is the non-relational service available on the Azure platform. Learn about its key areas, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NoSQL database concepts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flexible schema design<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Global distribution capabilities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High scalability requirements<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Azure_Storage\"><\/span><b>Azure Storage<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn about the different ways you can store data on the Azure cloud platform. Focus on the following methods:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blob Storage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">File Storage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Queue Storage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Table Storage<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Azure_Analytics_Services\"><\/span><b>Azure Analytics Services<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore the Azure services commonly used for data reporting and analysis. Focus on the following when learning:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Azure Synapse Analytics basics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Microsoft Fabric concepts (if included in the current skills outline)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Azure Databricks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Power BI<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In my honest opinion, focus less on experimentation and more on clearing your fundamental concepts. At the initial stage, you want to know how Azure services work, not master their application.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-Week_DP-900_Study_Plan\"><\/span><b>4-Week DP-900 Study Plan<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-101245\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-Week-DP-900-Study-Plan.webp\" alt=\"4-Week DP-900 Study Plan\" width=\"1949\" height=\"1211\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-Week-DP-900-Study-Plan.webp 1949w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-Week-DP-900-Study-Plan-300x186.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-Week-DP-900-Study-Plan-1024x636.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-Week-DP-900-Study-Plan-768x477.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-Week-DP-900-Study-Plan-1536x954.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-Week-DP-900-Study-Plan-150x93.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1949px) 100vw, 1949px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>&#8220;Passing DP-900 is rarely about studying more. It is usually about studying the right concepts in the right order.&#8221;<\/b><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Week<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Focus Area<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Activities<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 1<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core Data Concepts<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Study structured vs unstructured data, OLTP vs OLAP, data roles<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 2<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Relational Data on Azure<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn SQL concepts, Azure SQL services, normalization basics<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 3<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-Relational Data + Analytics<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Study Cosmos DB, Azure Storage types, Synapse, Power BI, Fabric<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 4<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practice Exams + Revision<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full timed practice tests, flashcard review, weak area reinforcement<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><b>For IT professionals with existing data experience:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Compress Week 1 and Week 2 content into a single week. Most relational and storage concepts will already be familiar, allowing you to direct more energy toward Azure-specific services and analytics tools.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>For complete beginners:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Add a preliminary week to review general database concepts before starting the plan above. Entering Week 1 with baseline familiarity accelerates retention considerably across all four domains.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Common_DP-900_Preparation_Mistakes_That_Cause_Candidates_to_Fail\"><\/span><b>5 Common DP-900 Preparation Mistakes That Cause Candidates to Fail<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A lot of times, the certification confusion can cost you time and effort. You end up preparing for something that wasn\u2019t even expected from you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are spending excessive time learning about configuration and deployment, stop and take a step back. Remember that these topics are for specialisation certifications, not the <\/span><b>DP-900 exam preparation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you make any more mistakes, let\u2019s give you a heads up:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Memorising_More_than_the_Azure_DP-900_Syllabus\"><\/span><b>Memorising More than the Azure DP-900 Syllabus<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focus only on what\u2019s expected of you. Instead of trying to learn your way around Azure services applications, get a complete understanding of how those services work. Remember that the exam will only test if you understand storage and SQL, not write complex codes from scratch.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ignoring_Time_Management\"><\/span><b>Ignoring Time Management<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Managing your time is as important as knowing the answer to every question. If your speed is not up to the mark, you will end up attempting questions that were simple for you. As a result, you lose scores and reduce your chances of passing on your first attempt.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cramming_Instead_of_Understanding\"><\/span><b>Cramming Instead of Understanding<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s a fine line between memorising each and every concept and actually understanding it. If you only focus on memorising every line in the textbook, then you will forget it by the time the question paper comes. But gaining concept clarity will go a long way in teaching you the basics of Azure and retaining that knowledge.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Depending_on_Self-Study_Only\"><\/span><b>Depending on Self-Study Only<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learners also believe that they can study themselves and get clarity on every topic. But self-studying only helps so far, and you need a subject matter expert to help you out. They break down complex terminology into simple language so you can understand and retain it for longer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s why it is always recommended to follow a structured study plan to prepare for a cloud-based certification like DP-900.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Prepare_for_DP-900_A_Step-by-Step_Learning_Path\"><\/span><b>How to Prepare for DP-900: A Step-by-Step Learning Path<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Curious how to create a study plan that actually works? Here is a structured learning path that will prepare you confidently for the certification exam:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Learn from Online Videos: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start seeking help from subject experts who can break down the most complex topics and make them simple to understand. Since you will get recorded sessions, you can study at your own pace and not rush to catch up.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Attempt DP-900 Practice Tests: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learning is just the beginning, but the exam is what shows your actual preparedness. You can take up as many mock tests as you want to understand where you are lacking and the areas you are already excelling in.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Practice with Hands-On Labs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: If you want a broader look at what lab-based learning covers across certifications, the<\/span><a title=\"Whizlabs Labs catalog\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/labs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-schema-attribute=\"about mentions\"> <b>Whizlabs Labs catalog<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a good starting point.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Practice with Sandbox:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Reading and watching will only take you so far.<\/span><a title=\"Whizlabs Sandbox Labs\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/labs\/sandbox\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-schema-attribute=\"about mentions\"> <b>Whizlabs<\/b> <b>Sandbox Labs<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> gives you a real Azure environment to explore data services without needing your own subscription, a practical way to reinforce what you have been studying conceptually.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DP-900_Exam_Tips_and_Strategy_That_Actually_Work\"><\/span><b>DP-900 Exam Tips and Strategy That Actually Work<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While preparation is one thing, implementing smart strategies can increase your chances of clearing the exam on the first attempt. Here\u2019s what can help you:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go through the past-year <\/span><b>DP-900 exam questions <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to identify the general pattern and what the certification exam generally expects.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take up the easiest questions first and flag the most difficult or lengthy questions. Keep them for the last and attempt them when you have answered the rest successfully.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make an educated guess and eliminate the obviously wrong answers first.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the cheatsheet by Whizlabs, a last-minute prep hack, so you can quickly revise before the exam begins.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Certification_Should_You_Take_After_DP-900\"><\/span><b>What Certification Should You Take After DP-900?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-101242\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/What-Certification-Should-You-Take-After-DP-900.webp\" alt=\"What Certification Should You Take After DP-900\" width=\"1435\" height=\"1669\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/What-Certification-Should-You-Take-After-DP-900.webp 1435w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/What-Certification-Should-You-Take-After-DP-900-258x300.webp 258w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/What-Certification-Should-You-Take-After-DP-900-880x1024.webp 880w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/What-Certification-Should-You-Take-After-DP-900-768x893.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/What-Certification-Should-You-Take-After-DP-900-1321x1536.webp 1321w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/What-Certification-Should-You-Take-After-DP-900-150x174.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1435px) 100vw, 1435px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The DP-900 is a starting point, not a destination. Once you have successfully earned the credential, your next step depends on where you want to specialize within the Azure data ecosystem.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Career Direction<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Recommended Certification<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Microsoft Fabric<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a title=\"DP-700: Implementing Data Engineering Solutions Using Microsoft Fabric\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/dp-700-microsoft-certified-fabric-data-engineer-associate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-schema-attribute=\"about mentions\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DP-700: Implementing Data Engineering Solutions Using Microsoft Fabric<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Database Administration<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a title=\"DP-300: Azure Database Administrator Associate\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/microsoft-azure-certification-dp-300\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-schema-attribute=\"about mentions\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DP-300: Azure Database Administrator Associate<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data Analysis and Reporting<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a title=\"PL-300: Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/microsoft-power-bi-certification-pl-300\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-schema-attribute=\"about mentions\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PL-300: Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Broader Cloud Foundation<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a title=\"AZ-900: Azure Fundamentals\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/microsoft-azure-certification-az-900\/\" data-schema-attribute=\"about mentions\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AZ-900: Azure Fundamentals<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most candidates pursuing a data engineering career follow the path: <\/span><b>DP-900 \u2192 DP-203 \u2192 DP-700<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Those focused on analytics and reporting typically move toward <\/span><b>DP-900 \u2192 PL-300<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Choose the direction that aligns with the role you are building toward, and let the certification path follow naturally from there.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts_Is_DP-900_Worth_It\"><\/span><b>Final Thoughts: Is DP-900 Worth It?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals DP-900 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">builds your foundation about databases and their use cases within Azure. But it is only the beginning, and you would want to specialise in Azure to build a secure and growth-focused career path. Once you have successfully earned the credential, you can figure out the next steps. Do you want to focus on data pipelines or move towards relational databases? You can choose between the certification options accordingly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start your journey with <\/span><a title=\"Whizlabs\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-schema-attribute=\"about mentions\"><b>Whizlabs<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a certified and trusted online learning platform for professionals.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>1. What is the DP-900 certification cost for examination?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost for the DP-900 certification exam is $99.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>2. Is the DP-900 an open-book exam?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, any certification exam is not an open-book exam and only gives access to an on-screen calculator.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>3. How long will it take to complete the DP-900 exam preparation?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The time taken for the preparation depends on your experience and study speed. If you are a beginner, you take at least 1 to 1.5 months to clear your concepts. But if you are an IT professional already, then you can prepare in even 1 to 2 weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>4. Is DP-900 a tough exam for beginners?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not ideally; the DP-900 is generally considered a beginner-friendly exam and does not require any prior experience. It is a good entry point if you are new to Azure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>5. Does DP-900 include practical questions?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, the DP-900 is a foundational-level certification and does not include practical questions. 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