Databricks Certification Prep Guide
This repo aims to be a no BS comprehensive guide to preparing for various Databricks Certifications, based on my own experiences and sometimes opinionated point of view.
Overview
This repository provides study materials, tips, and resources to help you pass the Databricks Data Engineer certifications.
It covers the core concepts, exam changes, and best practices for preparation.
Included Certifications
- Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate
- Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional
Contents
📚 Study Guides
- Associate and Professional Exam Prep: Detailed markdown guide covering exam topics, key differences between Associate and Professional levels, and updated content aligned with the September 2025 exam guide.
🎨 Summary Infographics
- Data Engineer Associate & Professional: Visual guide with charts, pillars of the Lakehouse mindset, medallion architecture, and links to official resources. Open in a web browser for the best experience.
How to Use
- Start with the Infographic: Open it in your browser for a visual overview.
- Dive into the Details: Read the exam prep markdown for the specific certifiacion for in-depth explanations and a lot fo useful links.
- Practice Hands-On: Use the linked resources and get some practical experience on Databricks.
- Review Official Docs: Always cross-reference with Databricks Documentation, as it is changing quite frequently.
Contributing
Feel free to open issues or submit pull requests for improvements, corrections, or additional resources.
License
This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.