About This Domain
Domain 2 — Design Data Storage Solutions — accounts for 25-30% of the AZ-305 certification exam. This domain evaluates your understanding of design relational database solutions (azure sql, managed instances), design non-relational storage (cosmos db, table, blob), design data integration with data factory and synapse, and related concepts. Design data storage architectures for relational, non-relational, and analytical workloads. To pass this section you need practical knowledge of how these services and patterns work together in real-world architectures.
What You'll Be Tested On
- Design relational database solutions (Azure SQL, managed instances)
- Design non-relational storage (Cosmos DB, Table, Blob)
- Design data integration with Data Factory and Synapse
- Design data storage security and access patterns
Key Azure Services in This Domain
Study Strategy for Domain 2
This domain represents 25-30% of the total exam, making it a significant scoring area. Balance theoretical study with hands-on practice. Use practice quizzes to identify weak spots and review the topics where you score below 75%.
Exam Tips for Domain 2
Choose Azure SQL Managed Instance for lift-and-shift of SQL Server workloads.
Cosmos DB multi-region writes provide highest availability for global apps.
Data Lake Storage Gen2 combines blob storage with hierarchical namespace.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions on the AZ-305 exam come from Domain 2?
Domain 2 (Design Data Storage Solutions) makes up 25-30% of the AZ-305 exam. The exam has 65 scored questions, so approximately 16 questions will come from this domain.
What services should I focus on for Domain 2?
The key services for this domain include Data Storage. Make sure you understand how each service works, its use cases, and how they integrate with one another.
How should I prepare for Design Data Storage Solutions questions?
Start by reviewing the key topics listed above, then practice with domain-specific questions. Focus on understanding real-world scenarios rather than memorizing facts. Use our practice quizzes to test your knowledge and review explanations for any questions you get wrong.
What's the best order to study the AZ-305 domains?
Many candidates start with the highest-weighted domains first. For the AZ-305 exam, the domains in order of weight are: Design Identity, Governance, and Monitoring Solutions (25-30%), Design Data Storage Solutions (25-30%), Design Business Continuity Solutions (10-15%), Design Infrastructure Solutions (25-30%). However, start with whichever domain aligns best with your existing experience.
Practice Domain 2 Questions
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