In this chapter, you will go deep into big data analytics and how to ingest, process, and store that data. You will be introduced to the fundamental differences between batch and streaming data and how these differences influence the analytics workflows. The chapter also delves into Azure analytical data stores, such as Azure Synapse Analytics and Data Lake Storage, and the comparison between data warehouses and data lakes. You’ll know what they are, what they do, and how to select the best solution for your analysis requirements.