Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900) Practice Test

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The Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900) certification validates foundational knowledge of core data concepts and how they are implemented in Microsoft Azure data services. The exam covers relational data concepts and Azure relational services (Azure SQL Database, Azure Database for MySQL, Azure Database for PostgreSQL), non-relational data and Azure non-relational services (Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Table Storage, Azure Blob Storage), and analytics workloads including Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Databricks, and Microsoft Power BI. DP-900 is ideal for business analysts, developers new to data, and professionals in non-technical roles who work alongside data teams. It serves as a foundational stepping stone toward advanced Azure Data certifications including the Azure Data Engineer Associate (DP-203) and Azure Database Administrator Associate (DP-300).

Certification exam

40 Exam questions

45 minutes Time Limit

Foundational Level

Microsoft |85% Recognition |Valid: Ongoing

Career Opportunities & Salary

Entry – Data Analyst $55,000 - $85,000

Mid-Career – Data Engineer $82,000 - $128,000

Senior – Senior Data Platform Engineer $112,000 - $172,000

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Why This Certification Opens Doors

Data is the universal language of the modern world, and understanding how to store, manage, and analyze it in the cloud is a superpower. The DP-900 certification validates that you speak this fundamental language on the world's leading cloud platform. It's the critical first step for anyone aspiring to be a data engineer, analyst, scientist, or even a solutions architect. It proves you have the core knowledge to make informed decisions, collaborate effectively with data teams, and build a solid career path in the multi-trillion-dollar cloud industry.

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Exam Blueprint

Each domain is weighted to match the real certification exam, so a full practice simulation predicts your result.

01Describe an Analytics Workload on AzureSynapse Analytics, Data Factory, Databricks, Power BI

30%

02Describe Core Data ConceptsRelational data, Non-relational data, Analytics workloads, Data processing

25%

03Identify Considerations for Relational Data on AzureAzure SQL Database, Azure SQL MI, PostgreSQL, MySQL

20%

04Describe Considerations for Working with Non-Relational Data on AzureCosmos DB, Blob Storage, Table Storage, Azure Files

15%

Exam Details DP-900 | 45 minutes

Exam Code DP-900

Vendor Microsoft

Passing Score 700/1000

Time Limit 45 minutes

Exam questions 40

Exam Format Linear

Online Proctoring Available

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Retake Policy 0-day waiting period between attempts

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Frequently Asked Questions

I'm brand new to Azure. Is this exam for me?

Absolutely! The DP-900 is specifically designed as a starting point. It assumes no prior hands-on Azure experience, focusing instead on foundational concepts and service purposes. It's the perfect launchpad.

Do I need to know how to write SQL or code?

Not for this exam. While you'll learn about relational databases (which use SQL) and analytics, the focus is on understanding what these services do, their use cases, and core features-not on writing queries or scripts.

What's the main difference between DP-900 and the more advanced DP-203 (Data Engineer)?

DP-900 is about *knowledge* and *concepts*: 'What is Azure Synapse Analytics?' DP-203 is about *implementation* and *skills*: 'How do I build and manage a data pipeline in Azure Synapse Analytics?' DP-900 is the 'what' and 'why,' DP-203 is the 'how.'

How should I study for the conceptual questions?

Focus on comparisons and use cases. Create a mental matrix: 'For a structured, transactional workload, I'd use _. For unstructured, global-scale data, I'd use _.' Understanding the 'why' behind each service is your key to success.

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