Azure Data Factory, Synapse, pipelines
Master every data file format in Azure. CSV, JSON, Parquet, Delta Lake, Avro, and ORC compared with real-life analogies. Covers row vs column orientation, compression algorithms, schema evolution, small files problem, Medallion architecture format selection, and Delta Lake deep dive with ACID, time travel, MERGE, and OPTIMIZE.
Master SCD Types 0, 1, 2, 3, and 6 with detailed table examples and real-life analogies. Covers implementation in Azure SQL, Synapse Data Flows, and Delta Lake MERGE. Includes edge cases, Medallion architecture integration, and interview questions.
Master every join type in Synapse Data Flows with real datasets and visual before/after tables. Covers Inner, Left Outer, Right Outer, Full Outer, Cross, Exists, and Lookup. Includes broadcast optimization, duplicate column handling, and performance tips.
Joins in Azure Synapse Data Flows: Every Join Type Explained with Real-World Examples Read More »
Decode every JSON structure in Azure Data Factory. Covers Linked Services, Datasets, Pipelines (simple copy, metadata-driven, incremental, audit logging), Triggers, Integration Runtimes, and Data Flows. Learn to read, edit, and troubleshoot ADF JSON for Git integration and CI/CD.
Master Data Flows in ADF and Synapse. Covers all transformation types with real-life analogies, step-by-step build guide, Debug cluster costs, performance optimization, and when to use Data Flow vs Copy Activity.
Data Flows in Azure Data Factory and Synapse: Visual Data Transformation Without Code Read More »
Master trigger-to-pipeline parameter passing in ADF. Covers Schedule, Tumbling Window, and Storage Event trigger outputs, step-by-step wiring, system variables reference, real-world scenarios with analogies, and common mistakes.
Passing Parameters from Triggers to Pipelines in Azure Data Factory: The Complete Guide Read More »
Build a complete on-premises to Azure data pipeline using Self-Hosted Integration Runtime. Covers VM setup with SQL Server, SHIR installation, linked services, metadata-driven Copy pipeline, architecture diagrams, high availability, and production best practices.
Building an On-Premises to Azure Data Pipeline with Self-Hosted Integration Runtime Read More »
Complete guide to CI/CD for ADF and Synapse using Azure DevOps. Covers Azure Repos setup, connecting ADF/Synapse to DevOps, YAML pipelines, multi-stage deployments, pre/post scripts, approval gates, variable groups, branch policies, and enterprise patterns.
Master all three ADF trigger types. Schedule triggers for fixed-time runs, Tumbling Window for guaranteed time-series processing with backfill, and Event-Based triggers for file-driven pipelines. Includes setup steps, comparison table, and common patterns.
Complete guide to Azure SQL Database for data engineers. Covers service tiers, DTU vs vCore, authentication methods, Managed Identity, firewall rules, stored procedures, temporal tables, pipeline integration, and cost optimization.
Azure SQL Database for Data Engineers: Setup, Configuration, and Pipeline Integration Read More »
