Microsoft Azure Synapse
Microsoft Azure Synapse Analytics is a cloud-based analytics service that integrates big data and data warehousing into a unified platform. It provides a single environment for data ingestion, preparation, management, and serving, supporting both relational and non-relational data. The service combines SQL-based data warehousing with Apache Spark-based big data analytics, enabling scalable processing and machine learning capabilities.
Developers should use Azure Synapse when building enterprise-scale data analytics solutions that require seamless integration between data warehousing and big data processing. It is ideal for scenarios like real-time analytics, data lake exploration, and machine learning workflows, particularly in organizations already invested in the Microsoft Azure ecosystem. The platform simplifies complex data pipelines by offering a unified workspace with built-in security and governance features.