What is the DP-3011 course about?
A Microsoft instructor-led training course called DP-3011 shows students how to use Azure Databricks to create and administer end-to-end data analytics applications. Workload orchestration, governance, data pipelines, Spark, and Delta Lake are all covered on a single platform.
Who should take this course?
This course is ideal for: Data Engineers Data Analysts Data Scientists Those who want to use Apache Spark and Databricks to manage big data workflows on Azure.
Are there any prerequisites for this course?
Yes. Learners should have: Basic knowledge of Azure services Experience with SQL and Python (or another programming language) Familiarity with data processing concepts (ETL, batch vs streaming, etc.) Recommended: Completion of DP-900: Azure Data Fundamentals
What are the main learning outcomes of DP-3011?
After completing this course, learners will be able to: Use and manage Azure Databricks and Spark clusters Perform data ingestion, exploration, and transformation Build data pipelines using Delta Lake and Delta Live Tables Implement data governance using Unity Catalog Orchestrate production workloads with Databricks Workflows
Do I need my own Azure subscription?
Not during official training sessions. Labs are typically run in a pre-provisioned environment. For self-study or practice outside the course, an Azure subscription with Databricks access is required.
Does experience with Databricks increase earning potential?
Yes. Azure Databricks is in high demand for big data and AI workloads. Professionals with solid Spark, Python, and Databricks skills can command 20% or higher salaries over traditional data engineers.
How is Databricks different from Synapse Analytics?
Databricks: Spark-based, better for unstructured/semi-structured data, ML workloads, and streaming. Synapse: SQL-first, better for structured data and T-SQL queries at scale.