Databricks Certified Data Engineer - Associate

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You are implementing a solution that requires using service principals for connections to Databricks. Describe the benefits of using service principals over user accounts for these connections. Additionally, explain how you would configure and manage service principals to ensure secure and efficient access to data and resources.




Explanation:

Using service principals for connections to Databricks provides better security by isolating access credentials, reducing the risk of credential exposure. Service principals also improve auditability, as they can be easily tracked and managed separately from user accounts. Configuring and managing service principals involves creating and assigning roles, setting up authentication mechanisms, and regularly reviewing access permissions.