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Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900)

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1

Master Core Data Concepts (Domain 1)You are here

Learn data fundamentals: structured (relational databases), semi-structured (JSON, XML), and unstructured (images, videos) data types. Understand batch vs streaming processing and the four types of analytics.

8
hours
2

Study Relational Data on Azure (Domain 2)

Deep-dive into Azure SQL services: SQL Database (PaaS), Managed Instance (near 100% compatibility), SQL on VMs (IaaS). Learn open-source options: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB. Understand relational concepts like normalization, indexes, and views.

8
hours
3

Learn Non-Relational Data on Azure (Domain 3)

Master Cosmos DB with its five APIs (Core/SQL, MongoDB, Cassandra, Gremlin, Table) and consistency levels. Study Blob Storage tiers (Hot/Cool/Archive) and Data Lake Storage Gen2 for big data analytics.

8
hours
4

Understand Analytics Workloads (Domain 4)

Learn Synapse Analytics (unified analytics platform), Databricks (Spark-based), Data Factory (ETL/ELT), and Power BI. Understand modern data warehousing, big data processing, and business intelligence concepts.

6
hours
5

Complete 200 Practice Questions

Work through all 4 question batches. Aim for 80%+ before scheduling. Focus on understanding when to choose each Azure service for different data scenarios.

5
hours
Estimated total study time
35 hours
That's about 4 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the Azure DP-900 Exam?

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Age
No minimum age requirement
Education
No formal education requirement
Additional Requirements
  • No prerequisites — anyone can take DP-900
  • AZ-900 (Azure Fundamentals) recommended but not required
  • Certification does not expire
  • Available in-person at Pearson VUE test centers or online proctored
  • 50% exam discount available for students through Microsoft IMAGINE / ESI programs

Azure DP-900 Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

3-4 weeks for most candidates

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Pearson VUE

Remote Testing Available
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Retake Policy

No waiting period for first retake. Must wait 14 days before second retake. Five attempts maximum per exam within a 12-month period.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$99 exam fee
Total Estimated Cost$99 (single attempt)
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200 Practice Questions

Covers all 4 domains across 4 difficulty-graded question sets

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What You'll Study

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Azure DP-900 Exam Details

Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900)

Administered by Microsoft / Pearson VUE

Official Source
700/1000 (scaled score)
Passing Score
40-60
Questions
60
Minutes
$99
Exam Fee
Study time: 25-35 hours
Prerequisites: None — open to anyone; AZ-900 recommended but not required
Valid for: Does not expire

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Microsoft / Pearson VUE content outline

Describe Core Data Concepts25-30%

Data types (structured, semi-structured, unstructured), data storage options (relational vs non-relational, file vs blob), and data analytics types (batch vs streaming, descriptive/diagnostic/predictive/prescriptive)

Describe Relational Data on Azure20-25%

Azure SQL services (Database, Managed Instance, VMs), Azure Database for PostgreSQL/MySQL/MariaDB, relational concepts (tables, indexes, views, stored procedures), and deployment options

Describe Non-Relational Data on Azure20-25%

Azure Cosmos DB (APIs, consistency levels, partitioning), Azure Blob Storage (tiers, types), Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2, and other storage options (Table, Queue, File)

Describe Analytics Workloads on Azure15-20%

Azure Synapse Analytics (SQL pools, Spark pools), Azure Databricks, Azure HDInsight, Azure Data Factory, Microsoft Fabric, and Power BI

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What's Next After the Azure DP-900?

After passing the Azure DP-900, you can pursue these career paths

DP-300

Azure Database Administrator Associate — manage SQL and NoSQL databases on Azure

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DP-203

Azure Data Engineer Associate — design and implement data solutions

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PL-300

Power BI Data Analyst — create data models and visualizations

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