Azure Data Solution DP 201 Certification Exam: All You Need To Know

This blog-post will cover everything you need to know about the [DP-201] Designing An Azure Data Solution exam which is a part of the Microsoft Azure Data Engineer Associate Certification.

Many people might have doubts such as what next after clearing the DP-200 exam, what is the next step to become a Microsoft Certified Azure Data Engineer Associate, etc.

The topics covered in this blog are:

1. What is Designing an Azure Data Solution [DP-201] Exam?
2. Why you should go for this certification?
3. Who this certification is for?
4. DP-201 Exam details and Registration
5. Prerequisites for DP-201 Exam
6. Learning Path
7. DP-201 Hands-on Guide
8. DP-201 Exam Retake Policy
9. DP-201 Exam Day Tips

What Is [DP-201] Designing An Azure Data Solution Exam? ^

The [DP-201] Designing An Azure Data Solution Exam is for those candidates who are interested in implementing and designing the management, monitoring, security, and privacy of data using the full stack of Azure data services. Candidates need to design data solutions using Azure services like Azure Data Lake Storage, Azure Data Factory, Azure Cosmos DB, etc. Azure Data Engineers are responsible for data-related design tasks.

Why You Should Go For This Certification? ^

• If you have taken DP-200 Implementing an Azure Data Solution Exam, then to become Microsoft Azure Data Engineer Associate you need to clear the DP-201 Designing an Azure Data Solution Exam.
• Provides better job prospects and a higher salary.
• It provides you with global recognition for your skills and experience.

Who This Certification Is For? ^

Anyone looking to gain the Microsoft Azure Data Engineer Associate Certification needs to complete  [DP-200] Implementing an Azure Data Solution certification exam and the [DP-201] Designing an Azure Data Solution certification exam.

DP-201 Exam Details And Registration ^

• Certification Name: [DP-201] Designing An Azure Data Solution
• Associate Certification: Azure Data Engineer Associate
• Exam Duration: 180 minutes (Total 210 minutes)
• Number of Questions: 40-60 questions
• Fee: $165

You can register for DP-201 Designing an Azure Data Solution Exam by going to the official Microsoft page.

Pre-requisites For DP-201 Exam ^

• It is advised to go first with AZ-900 Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Certification Exam for a better understanding of the modules.
• Clear [DP-200] Implementing an Azure Data Solution

Learning Path For [DP-201] Designing An Azure Data Solution Exam ^

The important topics covered in the [DP 201] Designing An Azure Data Solution Certification are:

1. Design Azure Data Storage Solutions (40-45%)

• Recommend an Azure data storage solution based on requirements
• Design non-relational cloud data stores
• Design relational cloud data stores

2. Design Data Processing Solutions (25-30%)

• Design batch processing solutions
• Design real-time processing solutions

3. Design for Data Security and Compliance (25-30%)

• Design security for source data access
• Design security for data policies and standards

DP-201 Hands-On Guide ^

In the technical field, the best way to learn is to perform. So to understand the concepts of data engineering and from an exam perspective, we have a complete guide [DP-201] Designing An Azure Data Solution Hands-On Labs to help you in your learning. The list of activity guides is as follows:

1. Azure Architecture Considerations
2. Azure Batch Processing Reference Architectures
3. Azure Real-Time Reference Architectures
4. Azure Data Platform Security Considerations
5. Designing for Scale and Resiliency
6. Designing for Efficiency and Operations

DP-201 Exam Retake Policy ^

• If a candidate fails in their first attempt, they have to wait for 24 hours before appearing for the exam again.
• In case the candidate is not able to clear in the second attempt also, he/she should re-access their training and retake the exam after a waiting period of 14 days.
• Finally, a candidate has a maximum of 5 retakes allowed in a year.

DP-201 Exam Day Tips ^

• There will be no breaks allowed once the exam starts, so make sure to go to the restroom before starting the exam.
• Do run a System Test prior to the exam.
• Keep the work station clean where you will give the exam, as the proctor will monitor the surroundings through the webcam. Do not keep any electronic devices around you.
• Make sure the room is empty and no one should walk-in when the exam is going on as this may lead to your exam getting terminated.
• Time Management is very important, so be careful and pace yourself on the questions so as not to get stuck on one question for very long.

Related/References

• Designing an Azure Data Solution | DP-201 | Step By Step Activity Guides [Hands-On Labs]
• Implementing An Azure Data Solution Exam [DP-200]: Everything You Need To Know
• Implementing an Azure Data Solution | DP-200 | Step By Step Activity Guides [Hands-On Labs]
• [DP-100] Microsoft Certified Azure Data Scientist Associate: Everything you must know
• Microsoft Certified Azure Data Scientist Associate | DP 100 | Step By Step Activity Guides (Hands-On Labs)
• [AI-900] Microsoft Certified Azure AI Fundamentals Course: Everything you must know
• Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals [AI-900]: Step By Step Activity Guides (Hands-On Labs)

Next Task For You

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