Here’s a breakdown of what it is and how to get involved:

What is the Databricks Community?

• A free online space where Databricks users, developers, and data professionals can connect, learn, and share knowledge.
• A place to ask questions, troubleshoot problems, find solutions, and explore best practices for using Databricks.

Key Features of Databricks Community

• Discussion Forums: Active forums where you can post questions, get help from other users, and share your Databricks expertise.
• Knowledge Base: Articles, tutorials, and documentation to help you learn about Databricks and expand your skills.
• Databricks Community Edition: A free, limited version of the Databricks platform to experiment with, learn, and build small-scale projects.

How to Get Started

1. Sign Up: Go to the Databricks Community Edition website https://community.cloud.databricks.com/ and create a free account.
2. Explore the Forums: Browse the various discussion forums to see what topics are being covered.
3. Ask Questions: If you have a specific question or problem, don’t hesitate to post a new thread in the relevant forum.
4. Help Others: Share your knowledge and help answer questions from other members.
5. Learn with Community Edition: Use the free Databricks environment to practice your skills and try things out.

Additional Resources

• Databricks Community Edition FAQ:  https://www.databricks.com/product/faq/community-edition
• Documentation on Getting Started with Community Edition: https://docs.databricks.com/en/getting-started/community-edition.html