Microsoft
Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900)
Exam DP-900: Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals
Microsoft's foundational certification covering core data concepts, relational and non-relational data on Azure, and analytics workloads. A common entry point for data roles in Azure-centric organizations and a stepping stone toward Azure data associate certifications.
What's on the exam
DP-900 skills measured as of November 1, 2024
Describe core data concepts
25–30%Structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data · Common data file formats · Types of databases · Transactional vs. analytical workloads · Roles: database administrator, data engineer, data analyst · Options for data storage
Identify considerations for relational data on Azure
20–25%Features of relational data and normalization · Common SQL statements and database objects · Azure SQL family (SQL Database, Managed Instance, SQL Server on VMs) · Azure database services for open-source systems (MySQL, PostgreSQL) · Provisioning and deploying relational services · Querying relational data
Describe considerations for working with non-relational data on Azure
15–20%Azure Blob storage · Azure File storage · Azure Table storage · Azure Cosmos DB use cases · Azure Cosmos DB APIs · Capabilities of Azure storage
Describe an analytics workload on Azure
25–30%Large-scale analytics elements (ingestion, processing) · Analytical data stores · Azure Databricks and Microsoft Fabric · Batch vs. streaming data · Real-time analytics services · Data visualization with Power BI
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900) cost?
The Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900) costs $99. USD price; varies by country/region.
How long is the Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900) and how many questions does it have?
40–60 questions — 45 minutes.
What do you need to pass the Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900)?
Scaled score of 700 on a 100–1000 scale.
Can you retake the Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900)?
24 hours after first attempt; longer waits for subsequent retakes.
What is the best way to study for the Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900)?
Study the official blueprint, not random material: the exam is weighted by domain (Describe core data concepts 25–30%, Identify considerations for relational data on Azure 20–25%, Describe considerations for working with non-relational data on Azure 15–20%, Describe an analytics workload on Azure 25–30%). Spaced-repetition flashcards built domain-by-domain against that blueprint are the most time-efficient way to cover everything the exam tests.
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