# Azure - Week 1

> Understanding cloud computing is essential for data engineers, and this session introduces Azure's foundational concepts. Participants will learn about Azure's storage account service, its role in data management, and how to leverage it for scalable data storage. Key topics include the differences…

- Web page: https://www.dataexpert.io/lesson/azure-week-1-may2025
- Program: [Spring Data Engineering Boot Camp Starting May 26th, 2025](https://www.dataexpert.io/program/spring-data-engineering-boot-camp-starting-march-10th-6262)
- Access: Requires enrollment in Spring Data Engineering Boot Camp Starting May 26th, 2025
- Length: 1 h 17 min video
- Skills: Data Modeling, ETL/ELT, Cloud Platforms, Azure
- Academy: DataExpert.io Academy

## About this lesson

Understanding cloud computing is essential for data engineers, and this session introduces Azure's foundational concepts. Participants will learn about Azure's storage account service, its role in data management, and how to leverage it for scalable data storage. Key topics include the differences between blob storage and Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS), the importance of region selection, and best practices for authentication using access keys and SAS tokens. This lesson is ideal for beginners looking to build a solid foundation in Azure cloud services.

## Navigation

- Previous lesson: [Navigating Data Engineering -Tips, Tools, and Career Insights](https://www.dataexpert.io/lesson/navigating-data-engineering-tips-tools-and-career-insights-may2025.md)
- Next lesson: [Azure - Week 2](https://www.dataexpert.io/lesson/azure-week-2-may2025.md)