Navigating the Microsoft Data Certification Path with an MVP

Thinking about taking a Microsoft data certification, but not sure where to start? Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to upgrade your data career, this session is for you.

Join us for our next DEP community session, Navigating the Microsoft Data Certification Path with an MVP, featuring Pio Balistoy Jr.

Pio is a Lead Database Consultant at Pythian and a Microsoft MVP in Data Platform, with over twenty years of experience in SQL Server and cloud data architecture across Azure and AWS. Aside from his consulting work, he regularly speaks at local and international conferences, representing Filipino talent on global stages and mentoring data professionals.

We will cover:

• The evolution of Microsoft certifications: where they started and where they are heading
• Choosing Your Track: How to navigate DP series, Azure Data, and Fabric
• Portfolio vs. certifications: how to balance both to stand out
• Study Habits & Resources: Practical methods that actually help you pass
• Real-World Impact: How exam topics translate to production cloud projects
• Open Q&A: Ask your questions directly to an MVP

Make sure to stay until the end; we have a special surprise in store for attendees.

How to Join:

1. Join the Data Engineering Pilipinas Discord server at least 5 minutes before the event: https://discord.gg/BnmS7VN5
2. Verify your account upon entering.
3. Head straight to the Live Stage channel on the scheduled date and time.

Tag anyone you know who is preparing or exploring for Microsoft data certs, and see you there!