DP-600
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| Level: | Intermediate |
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| Recommended Knowledge | |
| Understanding of core data concepts (e.g., Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals AI-900). | |
| Familiarity with Power BI for data modeling and visualization (e.g., PL-300 certification). | |
| Experience with SQL, KQL, DAX, or PySpark is beneficial but not mandatory. | |
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Microsoft Certified: Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate (DP-600)
Microsoft Certified: Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate (DP-600)
Mastering Enterprise-Scale Data Analytics with Microsoft Fabric in South Africa
In the era of big data, organizations need professionals who can design and deploy enterprise-scale analytics solutions. The Microsoft Certified: Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate (DP-600) course equips you with the expertise to leverage Microsoft Fabric, a unified analytics platform integrating Power BI, Azure Synapse Analytics, and Data Factory, used by leading organizations worldwide.
At Big Data Labs in Randburg, Gauteng, we offer hands-on training tailored for South African professionals. This course prepares you to plan, implement, and manage data analytics solutions, culminating in the DP-600 exam and a globally recognized certification.
Target Audience
This course is designed for data professionals aiming to excel in analytics engineering, including:
Data Engineers
Professionals seeking to build scalable analytics solutions using Microsoft Fabric.
Data Analysts
Analysts aiming to enhance skills in data modeling and visualization.
BI Developers
Developers focused on creating semantic models and reports.
Career Changers
Individuals transitioning to data analytics roles with Microsoft Fabric expertise.
Prerequisite Skills
This course is tailored for professionals with foundational data knowledge, with the following recommended skills:
- Data Fundamentals: Understanding of core data concepts (e.g., Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals AI-900).
- Power BI Experience: Familiarity with Power BI for data modeling and visualization (e.g., PL-300 certification).
- Programming Skills: Experience with SQL, KQL, DAX, or PySpark is beneficial but not mandatory.
What One Will Learn (Learning Outcomes)
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Plan Analytics Solutions: Design scalable data analytics environments using Microsoft Fabric.
- Ingest and Transform Data: Use Dataflows, Pipelines, and Notebooks for data preparation.
- Build Semantic Models: Create and optimize models with DAX and Direct Lake.
- Visualize Data: Develop reports and dashboards for actionable insights.
- Manage Solutions: Implement security, version control, and performance optimization.
- Analyze Data: Perform exploratory analytics using SQL, KQL, and DAX.
Target Market
This course is essential for organizations in South Africa seeking to harness advanced analytics:
Enterprises
Building comprehensive analytics solutions for cross-departmental insights.
Consulting Firms
Delivering data-driven strategies for clients using Microsoft Fabric.
Financial Services
Enhancing fraud detection and financial reporting with analytics.
Retail & E-commerce
Optimizing sales and customer analytics with real-time insights.
Healthcare
Improving patient outcomes with data-driven operational analytics.
Course Outline: Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate
This course provides comprehensive training on implementing analytics solutions with Microsoft Fabric, covering the full data analytics lifecycle.
Module 1: Plan, Implement, and Manage a Solution (10–15%)
- Design scalable analytics environments with Microsoft Fabric.
- Configure workspaces and implement security measures.
- Manage analytics development lifecycle with version control.
- Lab: Set up a Fabric workspace and configure permissions.
Module 2: Prepare and Serve Data (30–35%)
- Ingest data using Dataflows, Pipelines, and Notebooks.
- Transform data with SQL, PySpark, or KQL.
- Optimize data storage in Lakehouses and Warehouses.
- Lab: Build a data pipeline for data ingestion and transformation.
Module 3: Implement and Manage Semantic Models (25–30%)
- Design semantic models using Direct Lake and DAX.
- Optimize models with calculation groups and dynamic formats.
- Deploy models using XMLA endpoints.
- Lab: Create and optimize a semantic model.
Module 4: Explore and Analyze Data (25–30%)
- Query data using SQL and KQL.
- Perform exploratory analytics with Power BI visuals.
- Optimize performance with Performance Analyzer.
- Lab: Build an interactive dashboard and analyze data.
Course Features
- Duration: 4–6 days instructor-led or 6–8 weeks self-paced.
- Format: Instructor-led training, hands-on labs, and practice exams.
- Certification Exam: DP-600 (100 minutes, 48 questions + 11 case studies).
- Certification Validity: 1 year, renewable via free assessment.
- Delivery: Classroom, online, or hybrid formats.
Why Choose DP-600?
The DP-600 certification validates your ability to design and deploy enterprise-scale analytics solutions using Microsoft Fabric. It enhances your career prospects in South Africa’s growing data industry, equipping you with skills to drive business value through advanced analytics.