Here’s a breakdown of Databricks free trial options and how to get started:

Databricks Offers

• 14-Day Free Trial:
  • Access the complete Databricks platform for a hands-on experience.
  • Available on AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
  • Includes the ability to work with data engineering, data science, and machine learning tools.
  • Note: While the Databricks trial is free, your chosen cloud provider may charge you for resources used during the trial.
• Community Edition:
  • A more limited but always-free version of Databricks.
  • Ideal for learning, experimentation, and smaller-scale projects.
  • Restrictions include smaller cluster sizes and limited features.

How to Sign Up

1. Databricks Website: Go to https://www.databricks.com/try-databricks
2. Enter Your Information: Provide your name, company email, and title, and select your preferred cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
3. Verify Your Email: Check your email and click the verification link sent by Databricks.
4. Create Password: Set a password for your Databricks account.
5. Start Working: Once logged in, you can create a workspace and dive into Databricks.

Important Points

• The Databricks Community Edition is a great way to continue using the platform for free after your trial expires.
• Databricks has extensive documentation and tutorials to help you get started, even if you’re new to data engineering and analysis: https://docs.databricks.com/