Chapter 2

Identify considerations for relational data on Azure

This chapter focuses on the crucial considerations when dealing with relational data on Azure. We will explore the Azure landscape, cover its relational database services, and build upon the foundational knowledge necessary for effective data work in the Azure environment.

We’ll begin this chapter with Skill 2.1 by examining core relational concepts. To comprehend Azure’s approach to handling data, it is crucial to understand what relational data is and how normalization contributes to its efficient management. Next, we delve into the Structured Query Language (SQL), the ubiquitous tool you will use to interact with these databases. We’ll dissect the fundamental SQL statements that ...

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