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Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate

Validate your skills in building production ETL pipelines with Databricks, Delta Lake, Spark SQL, Lakeflow, and Unity Catalog.

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Exam Domain Breakdown

Databricks Intelligence Platform6% · 78 Qs
Data Ingestion and Loading21% · 42 Qs
Data Transformation and Modeling21% · 143 Qs
Working with Lakeflow Jobs12% · 72 Qs
Implementing CI/CD12% · 19 Qs
Troubleshooting, Monitoring, and Optimization15% · 24 Qs
Governance and Security12% · 56 Qs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the passing score for the Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate (DB DE Associate) exam?+
The passing score for the DB DE Associate exam is 70%. The exam consists of 45 questions and you have 90 minutes to complete it.
How many questions are on the DB DE Associate exam?+
The DB DE Associate exam has 45 questions. The exam duration is 90 minutes, giving you roughly 120 seconds per question on average.
How much does the DB DE Associate exam cost?+
The DB DE Associate exam costs $200 USD. Check with Databricks for the latest pricing, regional variations, and any available vouchers or discounts.
What domains are covered on the DB DE Associate exam?+
The DB DE Associate exam covers 7 domains: Databricks Intelligence Platform (6%), Data Ingestion and Loading (21%), Data Transformation and Modeling (21%), Working with Lakeflow Jobs (12%), Implementing CI/CD (12%), Troubleshooting, Monitoring, and Optimization (15%), Governance and Security (12%). Focus your study time proportionally to these weights.
What free study resources are available for the DB DE Associate exam?+
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How long should I study for the DB DE Associate exam?+
Study time varies by experience level. For someone with relevant work experience, 2-4 weeks of focused study (1-2 hours per day) is typical. Beginners may need 4-8 weeks. Start with the study guide to identify knowledge gaps, then use practice questions to test readiness.
Is the Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate certification worth it?+
The Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate certification from Databricks validates skills that are in demand. It demonstrates proficiency in databricks intelligence platform and data ingestion and loading. Whether it is worth pursuing depends on your career goals and current role.