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Handling New Columns Using Auto Loader Rescue Mode but how will get newly added column
Schema evolution (rescue mode) is being triggered for a complex JSON file. However, when a new column is added in the source, it does not appear in the target table automatically for multi-level nested JSON. How can we add newly added nested columns ...
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The solution using the option .option("cloudFiles.schemaEvolutionMode", "addNewColumns") is working as expected. With this configuration, when a new column appears in the source, the stream fails with an UnknownFieldException. However, we would like ...
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Inquiry Regarding Discount Vouchers for Databricks Data Engineer Associate Exam
I am preparing to take the Databricks Data Engineer Associate certification and wanted to check if there are any active promotional codes, student offers, or official discounts available.Managing certification costs is a priority for me right now, so...
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@arunkumarm-db - Global Learning festival provides a chance to get 50% off Vouchers --- next one will be in July and then again in October. It takes place quarterly.Thanks.
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Error while reading file deletion_vector_5274904e-d64e-44e9-9a4b-1d7e93dfdc0b.bin
org.apache.spark.sql.streaming.StreamingQueryException: [STREAM_FAILED] Query [id = c981c01f-d84b-4f2b-8b78-c7324cd7e752, runId = 7bdd53a0-0d2b-4456-aad8-734e82116c1d] terminated with exception: [FAILED_READ_FILE.NO_HINT] Error while reading file abf...
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Tough to say from just this. You should create a support ticket with MSFT. Possible the deletion vector file was deleted out from under Auto Loader mid-read. Which might be a bug or it could be that you have some separate cleanup running at the same ...
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Resolved! Data Engineer Associate Exam Guide May 2025 - Recommended Training
Hi,I'm currently studying for the Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate exam. The official exam guide lists the following self-study courses as recommended training as of May 4, 2026:Data Ingestion with Lakeflow ConnectDeploy Workloads with La...
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Urgent: Need to Switch Exam Format from Onsite to Online Proctored Within 48 Hours
Hi @Cert-Team @Cert-TeamOPS,I need urgent help regarding my upcoming Databricks certification exam scheduled within the next 48 hours at an offline proctored testing center.I want to switch the exam format from onsite to online proctored, but the sys...
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Platform to practice databricks associate data engineer exam
Hi all,Can anyone recommend me a free platform to practice databricks associate data engineer exam?
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@genz The very best content is available on Databricks in form of Academy courses or Documentation. Though to practice you may check this - https://dojo.dataengineer.wiki/
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Request for 50% Certification Voucher Discount
Hello,I hope you are doing well.I have completed the following courses, which were advertised as eligible for a 50% discount on the certification exam voucher:AI/BI for Data AnalystsSQL Analytics on DatabricksBoth courses are marked as completed in m...
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Hello,My Coupon expires 2nd of May. I am not fully prepared to take the exam. Is there any way the expiry can be extended by a week?Thanks
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Resolved! Best practices for using autoloader
I’m looking to follow best practices with Databricks Auto Loader. When ingesting different file formats, is it considered good practice to always read data as strings first, or is it better to use format-specific readers (e.g., JSON, CSV, binary) fro...
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Hey @DynDe , Use the format-specific readers from the start and let Auto Loader handle schema, rather than reading everything as generic strings/text yourself. Key points: Always set cloudFiles.format to the real file format (json, csv, xml, parquet,...
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Passing Score for Databricks associate data engineer
hi all,Can anyone confirm that what is the passing criteria for the databricks associate data engineer certified exam as of April 2026?
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Hi,Databricks does not clearly publish a fixed passing % anymore (they often say scoring is scaled or subject to change).For current (2025–2026) exam I would say you should target at ~80% Databricks Certification and Badging FAQ | DatabricksIf my ans...
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Request for Reschedule Without Penalty – Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional Exam
Dear Databricks Certification Team,I am writing regarding my scheduled exam:Assessment Name: Databricks Certified Data Engineer ProfessionalDate: 18 April 2026Time: 14:00Duration: 120 minutesI was present and ready at the scheduled time; however, I w...
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Hi team,As the voucher also got expired, is there any way to apply for voucher again before the exam?
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PVS points
Hi guys!As an admin, I would like to check how many points our organization currently has. I understand that until we have not reached the 10 PVS threshold, we do not have access to the analytics dashboard. Is there another way to view this informati...
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Hello @Tihamer! For details on your organization’s points and individual user points, please reach out to partnerops@databricks.com, they’ll be able to assist you further.
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Databricks learning festival coupon
Hi team, Ive completed a learning path by taking part in Databricks learning festival which was conducted recently but Ive not received my discount voucher yet
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@sanju_shree066 Raise a support ticket at https://help.databricks.com/s/contact-us
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Databricks Exam got suspended due to a power cut
Hello Team, During the exam there was a power failure for 5 mins due to which exam got suspended, I have created a support ticket as well but have not received any response yet , Please resolve this on high priority, this is not fair with the time, m...
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Hello @abhay2611 ,Thank you for filing a ticket with our support team, Support team will respond shortly. Please note that we cannot provide support or handle exam suspensions via community (it is not advised that you post your email address here in ...
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Resolved! Certification Renewal & Voucher Availability Message:
My Databricks Associate and Professional certifications expired in January 2026. I would like to renew them and need guidance on the process.Could you please confirm:Do I need to re-take the exam and pay the full fee again for renewal?Will free vouch...
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Hi @vidya_kothavale, That's right. You need to retake the exam. Databricks certifications are valid for 2 years. Once they expire, the only way to renew is to retake the current exam version. There is no separate recert exam, and each attempt is char...
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Permission Inquiry for Databricks Course Content
We are an education-based company currently developing a course on Databricks, which we plan to publish on platforms such as YouTube and Udemy for educational purposes.We would like to confirm whether any formal permission is required from Databricks...
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Hi @Simranpreet No formal permission is required to create and sell/publish an independent educational course about Databricks, but there are specific rules you must follow regarding trademarks, logos, and official Databricks course materials.here's ...
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