JOB ORIENTED PROGRAM ROAD MAP(SELF TAUGHT)

TO BECOME AN AZURE DATA ENGINEER FOR

ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS TO ADVANCED IN 2025-26

Prepared By:

Ganesh. R
Senior Data Engineer
ROADMAP
PySpark for Data Engineering :
If you are working with large
Kafka
datasets and require distributed
Kafka Streaming : 1 computing capabilities to process
them efficiently, then Pyspark is the
This service operates as a queue
way to go. You will be experts in
and utilizes distributed streaming
data transformation by using
technology, trusted by 70% of pyspark
Fortune 500 companies.
2

All about Data

warehousing
Microsoft Azure Cloud 3 Understand the Star Schema,
(DP203) Snowflake Schema,
Encompasses Datalake,
Dimension tables and more.
Databricks, Synapse Analytics,
CosmosDB, and Data Factory

4 Apache
Airflow

Orchestration with
Airflow
Snowflake
5 It’s Orchestrator to Run
Pipeline
Snowflake :
It’s a Data Cloud Platform, Used
for Compute.

6
Power BI

CI/CD 7
CI/CD: Reports on Power
BI
It’s a Data Cloud Platform,
8 It’s Reports tool to
Used for Compute. visuals
Tools You Should Cover
 Labs to Perform
LAB 1 - Explore Compute and storage options for Data Engineering
Workloads

LAB 2 - Load and Save Data through RDD and data frame in PySpark

LAB 3 - Configuring Single Node Single Cluster in Kafka

LAB 4 - Run Interactive Queries using Azure Synapse Analytics Serverless SQL Pools
and confiure data masking

LAB 5 - 5 Data Exploration and Transformation in Azure Databricks and working

with delta live tables

LAB 6 - Explore Transform and Load Data into the Data Warehouse using
Pyspark

LAB 7 involves importing and transferring data to the data warehouse and then
presenting it visually on PowerBI. ine

LAB 8 - Transform Data with Azure Data Factory or Azure Synapse Pipel

LAB 9 - Real Time Stream Processing with Stream Analytics

LAB 10 - Create a Stream Processing Solution with Event Hub and Databricks
Streaming Architecture
Batch Architecture
Module 1: Python and SQL

WHY PYTHON? Python is crucial for data engineers because it offers a versatile and readable

programming language
with extensive libraries, facilitating efficient data manipulation and analysis in various data engineering
tasks. Steps:

1. Watch the awesome video below to receive a basic introduction to Python and become familiar
with its syntax and concepts in 1 Hour.

Telusko: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXeEoD0pB3E&list=PLsyeobzWxl7poL9JTVyndKe62ieoN-
MZ3
2. Practice as much as possible using W3 Schools

W3 School link: https://www.w3schools.com/python/

Practice is the Key- if you are an absolute beginner spend 15 days to learn Python.

WHY SQL?

SQL is important for data engineers because it helps them easily organize, retrieve, and work with
information stored in databases.
Steps:

1. Watch the video below to receive a fundamental introduction to SQL, spending 9 hours to
become familiar with its syntax and concepts.
Kuda Venkat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7GVFYt6_ZFM&list=PL08903FB7ACA1C2FB

2. Practice as much as possible using W3 Schools.

W3 School link: https://www.w3schools.com/sql/

Practice is the Key- if you are absolute beginner spend 15 days to learn SQL.

WHY PySpark?

PySpark, short for Python Spark, is a powerful framework for large-scale data processing built on Apache
Spark. Here are some reasons why PySpark is widely used.

Steps:

1. Watch the video below to receive a fundamental introduction to PySpark, spending 10 hours
to become familiar with its syntax and concepts.
 Kuda Venkat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7GVFYt6_ZFM&list=PL08903FB7ACA1C2FB

2. Practice as much as possible using DataCamp.

DataCamp link : https://www.datacamp.com/tutorial/pyspark-tutorial-getting-started-with-pyspark

Practice is the Key- if you are absolute beginner spend 15 days to learn PySpark.
Module 2: Data Warehouse Concepts

WHY DATA WAREHOUSE?

Understanding data warehouse concepts is important for data engineers because it helps them
create organized repositories of information, like a well-structured library, making it easier to find
and use data for analysis, just as a librarian organizes books for easy access.

Best Book to learn Data Warehouse

https://www.kimballgroup.com/data-warehouse-business-intelligence-resources/books/

Download the third edition using the below link for free:

Books/Kimball_The-Data-Warehouse-Toolkit-3rd-Edition.pdf at master · ms2ag16/Books · GitHub

😊
Okay, I hear you If you are an absolute beginner, I understand this might be a little
overwhelming for you. To overcome this, I have taken a simple approach by noting down some
of the most important topics in data warehousing, which are more than enough to get started as
a data engineer. The topics are as follows:

TOPICS

1. What is a Data Warehouse? What Is a Data Warehouse? - YouTube

2. OLAP vs OLTP: Explain By Example: OLTP vs OLAP - YouTube
3. What is Normalization? Normalization Techniques
4. What is a Fact Table?
5. What is a Dimension Table?
6. Data Modelling: Star Schema vs Snowflake Schema
7. Slowly Changing Dimensions (SCD)- Type 1 and Type 2:
What is SCD / Slowly Changing Dimension | Data Engineering Tutorial | Data Engineering
Concepts - YouTube
8. What is a Data Mart? Data Mart vs Datawarehouse
How Data Mart actually works? We are here to show you! - YouTube
9. What is Extract (ETL)?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j5HUv8RvuL4&t=3s (understand the ETL part)
10. What is a Data Lake? DataLake vs Data Warehouse vs Database
KNOW the difference between Data Base // Data Warehouse // Data Lake (Easy
👌
Explanation ) - YouTube
 After watching all the above videos, you will get to know all the foundational concepts of data
warehousing. Focus on the second month of this challenge completely for learning the data
warehousing concepts. If you are familiar with any of the above-mentioned topics already, try to
use the time to learn additional topics from the Kimball book.

Module 4: AZ-900 - Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

Certification
Why AZ-900?

Completing AZ-900 is important because it provides a foundational understanding of Microsoft

Azure, essential for anyone looking to build a career in cloud computing.
Certification Info:

Exam AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals - Certifications | Microsoft Learn

How to Prepare?

There are lots of free resources available on the Internet for AZ-900. If you are a video person like
me, who likes to learn things by watching videos, you can watch any ONE (based on your
preference) of the below videos to prepare for the exam.

1. FreeCodeCamp.org: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NKEFWyqJ5XA
2. Adam Marczak: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NPEsD6n9A_I&list=PLGjZwEtPN7j-
Q59JYso3L4_yoCjj2syrM
3. Edureka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wK3U7xSt31M

Test your Learnings! Once you are done learning the AZ-900 concepts, it’s now time to test your

learnings. There is a
wonderful website called ExamTopics that will have DUMPS (real-time questions) for the
certifications. You can use this website to answer the questions and test your learnings. Make sure

you learn all the questions before you book the exam. One thing to be aware of is
that, for each question, there will be a discussion tab. Make sure you read the comments from
the discussion and validate the right answer for the question (mostly the highly voted one will be
the right answer). It is important to check the discussion because sometimes the answer given to
the question might be wrong, so please go through the discussion tab for all the questions.

https://www.examtopics.com/exams/microsoft/az-900/
 Book for the Exam.

Okay, once you have learned all the topics and practiced all the DUMPS questions, you can book
the exam using the link below (it’s an online-based exam).

Exam AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals - Certifications | Microsoft Learn

Watch the below video to understand how to book exam:

How to schedule azure exam with Pearson VUE | AZ-900, AI-900, DP-900, SC-900 - YouTube
Module 5: Azure Data Tools

Create a Free Azure Account Okay, now you are going to learn about the different Azure Tools. So,

before that, the first step

that you need to take is to create a new Azure subscription (if you haven’t already got one). You
can create a free account using the link below:

https://azure.microsoft.com/en-in/free

After creating a free account, you can try creating different Azure tools by watching the video
series below to get a better understanding of how each of these tools works.

Azure Data Factory

Azure Data Factory (ADF) is a cloud-based Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) tool provided by
Microsoft Azure that helps organizations move and transform data from various sources to
destinations. Think of it as a data orchestration tool that allows you to create, schedule, and
manage ETL data pipelines.

Resources to learn ADF

1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JIJEL7M7Pv0&list=PLWf6TEjiiuICyhzYAnSshwQQy3hrH3eGw

2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mc9JAra8WZU&list=PLMWaZteqtEaLTJffbbBzVOv9C0otal1FO
Module 6: Introduction to Cloud Computing and
Microsoft Azure
Introduction to cloud computing

Types of Cloud Models

Types of Cloud Service Models

IAAS

SAAS

PAAS

Creation of Microsoft Azure Account

Microsoft Azure Portal Overview

Resources to learn Azure

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJOwP5VhvAo

Module 7: Serving layer design and

implementation
Introduction to Azure Synapse Analytics

Work with data streams by using Azure Stream Analytics

Design a multidimensional schema to optimize analytical workloads

Code-free transformation at scale with Azure Data Factory

Populate slowly changing dimensions in Azure Synapse Analytics pipelines

Design a Modern Data Warehouse using Azure Synapse Analytics

Secure a data warehouse in Azure Synapse Analytics

Azure Synapse Analytics

Azure Synapse Analytics is a cloud-based analytics service by Microsoft Azure which offers big
data and data warehousing functionalities. The platform offers a unified experience for data
professionals, facilitating collaboration and efficient analysis through integrated workspaces and
notebooks.
Resources to learn Azure Synapse Analytics https://www.youtube.com/playlist?

list=PLMWaZteqtEaIZxPCw_0AO1GsqESq3hZc6

Azure Databricks
Azure Databricks is a cloud-based big data analytics platform provided by Microsoft Azure in
collaboration with Databricks. It combines Apache Spark, a powerful open-source analytics engine,
with Azure's cloud services to provide a fast, easy, and collaborative environment for big data and
machine learning.
Resources to learn Azure Databricks

1. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrG_BXEk3kXznRvTJXwmazGCvTSxdCMsN
2. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMWaZteqtEaKi4WAePWtCSQCfQpvBT2U1
3. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtlmylp_ZK5wF5EbBKRBBATCzS2xbs_53

Azure Data Lake

Azure Data Lake Storage is a cloud-based storage service provided by Microsoft Azure that is
specifically designed for big data analytics. It allows organizations to capture, store, process, and
analyze large amounts of data in a scalable and cost-effective way. Azure Data Lake Storage is often
used in conjunction with other Azure services, such as Azure Databricks and Azure Data Factory, to
build comprehensive big data and analytics solutions.
Watch the below two videos two understand more about Azure Data Lake:

1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XTQ33RHdeG4&list=PLrG_BXEk3kXxv0IEASoJRTHuR
q_DUqrjR&index=6
2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1FgexgPcqg&list=PLrG_BXEk3kXxv0IEASoJRTHuRq_
DUqrjR&index=7
 Microsoft Fabric
Microsoft Fabric is an all-in-one analytics solution for enterprises that covers everything from data
movement to data science, Real-Time Analytics, and business intelligence. It offers a comprehensive
suite of services, including data lake, data engineering, and data integration, all in one place.

Watch the below YT playlist to understand more

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrG_BXEk3kXybedCIBBI4lmaIbtbn7MdM Spend the entire

fourth month learning more about these 5 important Azure Data Engineering
tools. The video playlist provided above is really good for anyone to get familiar with these tools.
By the end of the fourth month in this 6 Months challenge, you will have a good knowledge of
Python and SQL, along with all the required foundational knowledge of how Azure works in general,
and most importantly, you will get an idea about the widely used Data Engineering tools in Azure.

Module 8: DP-203 Azure Data Engineer Associate

DP-203 is the Microsoft Azure Data Engineer Associate certification exam. This certification is
designed for individuals who want to demonstrate their skills as Azure Data Engineers, specializing
in implementing data solutions using Azure services.

Why should you get DP-203 Certification? Career Advancement: Having a recognized certification

like DP-203 can enhance your career

opportunities. Many employers look for certifications as a way to assess a candidate's expertise and
commitment to professional development. Specialized Knowledge: The certification focuses

specifically on data engineering tasks in the Azure

environment. By earning this certification, you showcase your proficiency in designing and
implementing data storage, data processing, and data security solutions using Azure services. Azure

Data Engineer Role: If you aspire to work in a role specifically related to data engineering in the
Azure ecosystem, this certification is tailored to address the skills and competencies relevant to that
position. It covers various aspects of Azure data services, including data storage, data processing,
and data security.
Resources Firstly, I would say that there are very limited resources available on the Internet that cover
DP- 203 contents (Planning to create a playlist on my YouTube channel soon). I have consolidated
some good resources available and have mentioned them below:
Free Ones:

1. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7ZG6NdDdT8NRHDU5shVgGjlua297bm-H
2. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-oeM7CaGtVjRgNJ5oy9xbrpcOYr3RhZG

Paid One: (Optional) The one below is an online course from Udemy. I have personally

purchased this course and

found it pretty useful. So, considering the lack of free resources available on the Internet, if you
can spend some money, then buy this course to learn about DP-203 concepts, which will help
you clear the exam easily.
https://www.udemy.com/course/dp200exam/ (Look for offers before buying) Test your

Learnings.
Once you are done learning the DP-203 concepts, it’s now time to test your learnings using

ExamTopics Dumps. Link below:

https://www.examtopics.com/exams/microsoft/dp-203/

Book your exam:

Book the exam once you have gone through all the questions from Exam Topics.

Link to Book the exam:

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/exams/dp-203/
Module 9: DP-203 Azure Data Engineer Associate

Resources Firstly, I would say that there are very limited resources available on the Internet that cover
DP- 203 contents (Planning to create a playlist on my YouTube channel soon). I have consolidated
some good resources available and have mentioned them below:
Free Ones:

1. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7ZG6NdDdT8NRHDU5shVgGjlua297bm-H
2. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-oeM7CaGtVjRgNJ5oy9xbrpcOYr3RhZG

Paid One: (Optional) The one below is an online course from Udemy. I have personally

purchased this course and

found it pretty useful. So, considering the lack of free resources available on the Internet, if you
can spend some money, then buy this course to learn about DP-203 concepts, which will help
you clear the exam easily.
https://www.udemy.com/course/dp200exam/ (Look for offers before buying) Test your

Learnings.
Once you are done learning the DP-203 concepts, it’s now time to test your learnings using

ExamTopics Dumps. Link below:

https://www.examtopics.com/exams/microsoft/dp-203/

Book your exam:

Book the exam once you have gone through all the questions from Exam Topics.

Link to Book the exam:

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/exams/dp-203/
Module 10: Azure CI/CD Pipelines

Azure CI/CD pipelines enable automated build, test, and deployment of applications to Azure. These pipelines can

streamline development workflows by using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or other tools. Here's an overview:

Key Components of Azure CI/CD Pipelines

Continuous Integration (CI):

Automates the build and testing of your application every time changes are

committed.

Validates code changes through unit tests, code analysis, and packaging.

Continuous Delivery (CD):

Automates the release of application builds to environments like staging or

production.

Ensures reliable and repeatable deployments.

Steps to Set Up CI/CD Pipelines in Azure DevOps

Set Up a Repository:

Store your source code in a Git repository (Azure Repos, GitHub, etc.).

Create a CI Pipeline:

Navigate to Pipelines > New Pipeline in Azure DevOps.

Select your repository and configure a YAML or classic editor pipeline.

Define build steps (e.g., restoring dependencies, running tests, and building artifacts).

Create a CD Pipeline:

Use Releases in Azure DevOps or extend your YAML pipeline with deployment stages.

Define tasks for deploying to Azure services (e.g., App Service, AKS, VMs).

Configure release gates, approvals, and environment variables.

Configure Azure Service Connections:

Use a Service Principal to authenticate Azure resources.

Grant permissions to access specific Azure resources securely.

Trigger Pipelines:

Set up triggers for CI/CD (e.g., commit, pull request, or manual).

Monitor and Debug:

Use logs, notifications, and dashboards to monitor pipeline execution.

Integrate with Azure Monitor and Application Insights for additional insights.
Azure Resources Commonly Used in CI/CD

Azure App Service for web applications.

Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) for containerized deployments.

Azure Functions for serverless applications.

Azure Blob Storage for storing artifacts.

Azure Key Vault for secrets and credentials.

Would you like guidance on specific CI/CD configurations, such as deploying to a particular service or

setting up triggers?

Resources to learn CI/CD

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_N5oHwwmTQ&list=PLl4APkPHzsUXseJO1a03CtfRDzr2hivbD
Module 11: Cosmos-DB

Configure Azure Synapse Link with Azure Cosmos DB.

Query Azure Cosmos DB with Apache Spark for Azure Synapse Analytics

Query Azure Cosmos DB with SQL serverless for Azure Synapse Analytics

Resources to learn Cosmos-DB

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FimrsNEJ83c&list=PLmamF3YkHLoIg_l-dZo1yD26YE3LpkxMp
Module 12: SnowFlake

Snowflake is a cloud-based data platform known for its high-performance data warehousing, data

lake, and data sharing capabilities. It operates on a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model, meaning

it doesn't require hardware or software to manage and is fully managed by Snowflake. Here's an

overview tailored to your interests in data engineering and analytics:

Key Features:
Separation of Storage and Compute: Snowflake stores data in a separate layer from the compute
layer, enabling you to scale storage and compute independently. This allows you to optimize costs
by scaling only the resources you need.
On-the-fly Scalable Compute: Snowflake's compute resources can be scaled up or down instantly,
allowing you to handle fluctuating workloads and optimize performance.
Data Sharing: You can easily share data with other users or organizations within Snowflake,
without the need to replicate data or create complex data pipelines.
Data Cloning: Snowflake allows you to create exact copies of data sets, enabling you to perform
testing, analysis, and development without affecting the original data.
Third-party Tools Support: Snowflake integrates with a wide range of third-party tools, including
BI tools, ETL tools, and data science tools, providing flexibility and choice.

Benefits:
Improved Performance: Snowflake's architecture and features enable fast query performance
and low latency, even for large and complex datasets.
Reduced Costs: Snowflake's ability to scale compute resources on-demand and its efficient
storage model help you optimize costs.
Increased Productivity: Snowflake's ease of use and powerful features allow you to focus on data
analysis and insights, rather than managing infrastructure.
Enhanced Security: Snowflake provides robust security features, including encryption, access
controls, and auditing, to protect your data.
Improved Collaboration: Snowflake's data sharing capabilities enable seamless collaboration
between teams and organizations.
In Summary:
Snowflake is a powerful and versatile data platform that can help you unlock the value of your
data. It's a great choice for organizations of all sizes that need to store, process, and analyze large
amounts of data.
Would you like to know more about a specific aspect of Snowflake, such as its architecture,
pricing, or use cases?
How It Fits Your Workflows
Given your focus on Azure, PySpark, and real-time processing:
Azure Integration: Snowflake integrates seamlessly with Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake Storage, and
Azure Synapse.
PySpark: You can use Snowflake's Spark connector for ETL processes.
Data Sharing & Collaboration: Ideal for cross-organization data analytics and sharing, especially in a cloud-
native environment.
Let me know if you'd like guidance on setting up or optimizing workflows with Snowflake!

Resources to learn SnowFlake

https://www.youtube.com/@DataEngineering
Module 12: Apache Airflow
Apache Airflow: A Powerful Platform for Workflow Orchestration
Apache Airflow is an open-source platform designed to programmatically author, schedule, and monitor
workflows. It's particularly popular in data engineering pipelines for its ability to manage complex data
processing tasks.
Key Concepts:
DAGs (Directed Acyclic Graphs): Airflow uses DAGs to represent workflows visually. Each node in the
DAG represents a task, and the edges define the dependencies between tasks.
Operators: Operators are the building blocks of DAGs. They represent specific tasks, such as running
Python scripts, executing SQL queries, or triggering external systems.
Scheduler: Airflow's scheduler monitors the DAGs and triggers tasks based on their dependencies and
schedules.
Executor: The executor is responsible for running the tasks defined in the DAGs. Airflow supports various
executors, such as LocalExecutor, CeleryExecutor, and KubernetesExecutor.
Web Server: The web server provides a user interface for monitoring DAGs, viewing logs, and
troubleshooting issues.
Benefits of Using Airflow:
Flexibility: Airflow allows you to define complex workflows using Python code, providing great flexibility
and customization.
Scalability: Airflow can handle large-scale data pipelines by leveraging distributed execution and cloud
platforms.
Reliability: Airflow's robust scheduling and monitoring features ensure that your workflows run reliably
and recover from failures.
Visibility: The web interface provides a clear overview of your workflow's progress, making it easy to
identify and troubleshoot issues.
Extensibility: Airflow can be extended with custom operators and hooks to integrate with various
systems and technologies.
Common Use Cases:
Data Pipelines: Orchestrating ETL processes, data ingestion, and data transformation tasks.
Machine Learning Pipelines: Managing training, validation, and deployment of machine learning models.
Data Science Pipelines: Automating data cleaning, feature engineering, and model evaluation.
Infrastructure Automation: Automating provisioning and configuration of infrastructure resources.

Resources to learn Apache Airflow

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9AnJ9_ZAXE&list=PLwFJcsJ61oujAqYpMp1kdUBcPG0sE0QMT
Module 13: Power BI(Optional)

Apache Airflow: A Powerful Platform for Workflow Orchestration

Apache Airflow is an open-source platform designed to programmatically author, schedule, and monitor
workflows. It's particularly popular in data engineering pipelines for its ability to manage complex data
processing tasks.
Key Concepts:
DAGs (Directed Acyclic Graphs): Airflow uses DAGs to represent workflows visually. Each node in the
DAG represents a task, and the edges define the dependencies between tasks.
Operators: Operators are the building blocks of DAGs. They represent specific tasks, such as running
Python scripts, executing SQL queries, or triggering external systems.
Scheduler: Airflow's scheduler monitors the DAGs and triggers tasks based on their dependencies and
schedules.
Executor: The executor is responsible for running the tasks defined in the DAGs. Airflow supports various
executors, such as LocalExecutor, CeleryExecutor, and KubernetesExecutor.
Web Server: The web server provides a user interface for monitoring DAGs, viewing logs, and
troubleshooting issues.
Benefits of Using Airflow:
Flexibility: Airflow allows you to define complex workflows using Python code, providing great flexibility
and customization.
Scalability: Airflow can handle large-scale data pipelines by leveraging distributed execution and cloud
platforms.
Reliability: Airflow's robust scheduling and monitoring features ensure that your workflows run reliably
and recover from failures.
Visibility: The web interface provides a clear overview of your workflow's progress, making it easy to
identify and troubleshoot issues.
Extensibility: Airflow can be extended with custom operators and hooks to integrate with various
systems and technologies.
Common Use Cases:
Data Pipelines: Orchestrating ETL processes, data ingestion, and data transformation tasks.
Machine Learning Pipelines: Managing training, validation, and deployment of machine learning models.
Data Science Pipelines: Automating data cleaning, feature engineering, and model evaluation.
Infrastructure Automation: Automating provisioning and configuration of infrastructure resources.

Resources to learn Power BI

https://www.youtube.com/@AnalyticswithNags
Module 14: Building Real-time Projects (Final)

This is the most important and final step to become an Azure Data Engineer. Doing it is the best way to
learn it. If you want to become a Data Engineer, start building Data Engineering projects. I can totally
understand if you are an absolute beginner; it might be challenging to grasp the end-to- end functionality of
a project. That’s the main issue I am trying to solve using my YouTube channel. I want to help people,
mostly beginners, by uploading real-time projects. This will greatly help them understand how Data
Engineering projects are built in real-time scenarios.
I have already uploaded two videos that cover the end-to-end functionality of an Azure Data
Engineering Project. Start building the project by watching the below two videos.

1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQ41WqhHglk&t=88s
2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8SgHFXXdDBQ&t=1648s (CI/CD)

After watching and building the projects using the above video, you will have a clear understanding of
how different Azure data engineering resources are used in real-world projects. This will also help you
answer questions asked in interviews for the Azure Data Engineering role easily. There are also some Azure
project videos available on YouTube uploaded by other YouTubers. I would
strongly recommend watching as many videos as possible and trying to implement them in your
subscription. This will help you get hands-on experience with different types of projects and receive
guidance from different Data Engineer experts. I have provided links to some of the project videos
available on YouTube.

1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IaA9YNlg5hM
2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMqnvXgPKlI&list=PLOlK8ytA0MghGmAAT8W2u7VY mICdzeU5t

3. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pTpAKIJH9BM&t=537s (Watch the Other Parts from this YT channel)

If you complete all the 6 stages, then you can consider yourself an Intermediate Azure Data Engineer. You
can apply for any Junior to Intermediate level Azure Data Engineering role. The only final thing you need to
concentrate on is to build your resume/CV in a proper way by including all the required technologies that
you learned in the above 6 stages. If you are not a beginner, it would not take a full 6 months to complete
all the 6 stages; however, a beginner would need at least 6 months to prepare.
Projects
Project 1

Data Lake Integration and Optimization with PySpark

Load data into a data lake and use PySpark for integrating,
transforming, and optimizing data. Develop a system to uphold a
structured data storage within the data lake for analytics support.

Project 2
Leverage Snowflake for Retail Sales Data Warehousing
Develop a strong data warehousing system using Snowflake for
a retail business. Gather and modify sales data from different
origins to support advanced analysis for managing inventory
and predicting sales.

Project 3

Apache Airflow for ETL workflow orchestration and

automation

Develop a thorough ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) pipeline to

automate the extraction, transformation, and loading of data into a
data warehouse. Incorporate scheduling, error management, and
monitoring to ensure a reliable ETL process.
Project 4

Exploring and transforming data using Azure Databricks

Perform standard DataFrame methods to explore and transform data.
Key Points: Create a lab environment, Azure Databricks cluster.

Project 5

Ingest and load data into the Data Warehouse

The project involves transferring data into Synapse dedicated
SQL pools with PolyBase and COPY through T-SQL. Employ
workload management and Copy activity within an Azure
Synapse pipeline for ingesting petabyte-scale data.

Project 6
Leverage Azure Synapse Pipelines or Azure Data Factory for data
transformation

The project focuses on constructing data integration pipelines to collect

data from various sources, modifying the data through mapping data flows
and notebooks, and transferring the data into one or more data
destinations.
I hope this is useful and if you have any further questions,
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