LEARNING PATH

SQL AI developer path

Database developers adding AI features to SQL Server, Azure SQL and SQL database in Fabric.

Goal: SQL AI Developer Associate (Associate). 1 to 2 exams, about 4–14 weeks with our study plans.

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The path, step by step

  1. Optional start: skip if you know the basics

    DP-900: Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals

    Relational and non-relational data basics. · leads to Azure Data Fundamentals · study plan: 3 weeks or 6 weeks

    Cover of DP-900: Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals

    Ultra Transcenders DP-900: Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals

    Know which data store, analytics service and report fits the job, and why.

    Coming October 2026Study notes
  2. Required

    DP-800: Developing AI-Enabled Database Solutions

    T-SQL, security, performance, CI/CD and vector search for AI-enabled databases. · leads to SQL AI Developer Associate · study plan: 4 weeks or 8 weeks

    Cover of DP-800: Developing AI-Enabled Database Solutions

    Ultra Transcenders DP-800: Developing AI-Enabled Database Solutions

    Know which SQL feature, function or option fits the job, from T-SQL to vector search.

    Coming December 2026Study notes

Microsoft requires: DP-800. Everything else is our advice on the order that makes each exam easier. The time is a rough guide: the shorter plans suit people who already work with the technology, the longer ones people who are new to it. Certification details on Microsoft Learn.

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