900 XP

Analyze data with Apache Spark in Azure Synapse Analytics

Intermediate
Data Analyst
Data Engineer
Azure Synapse Analytics

Apache Spark is a core technology for large-scale data analytics. Learn how to use Spark in Azure Synapse Analytics to analyze and visualize data in a data lake.

Learning objectives

After completing this module, you will be able to:

  • Identify core features and capabilities of Apache Spark.
  • Configure a Spark pool in Azure Synapse Analytics.
  • Run code to load, analyze, and visualize data in a Spark notebook.
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Prerequisites

If you are not already familiar with Azure Synapse Analytics, consider completing the Introduction to Azure Synapse Analytics module before starting this module.

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