Essential Azure Services for Data Engineers: Explained Like You’re 15

Sai Parvathaneni
8 min readAug 31, 2024

Introduction:

When I first started exploring cloud computing, the vast array of services offered by Azure seemed daunting. It felt like I was standing in front of a gigantic toolbox, unsure of which tools to pick and how they fit together. If you’re feeling the same way, don’t worry! I’m here to break down some of the most important Azure services for data engineers in the simplest and most relatable terms. Think of Azure as a toolbox, where each service is a different tool designed to help you build, manage, and scale your data projects with ease. By the end of this guide, you’ll have a solid understanding of the essential data engineering services offered by Azure, explained in a way that even a 15-year-old can grasp. Let’s dive in!

1. Azure Blob Storage:

Think of Azure Blob Storage as a giant digital warehouse where you can store all your stuff (data). It’s like having unlimited space to keep your photos, videos, and documents safe and well-organized.

How does it work? You create storage containers (like folders), and then you can upload your files into these containers. When you…

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