COF-C02 Reviews Questions

SnowSQL is the command-line client for Snowflake that allows users to execute SQL queries and perform all DDL and DML operations, including staging files for bulk data loading. It is specifically designed for scripting and automating tasks.

References:

• SnowPro Core Certification Exam Study Guide
• Snowflake Documentation on SnowSQL

 In Snowflake, schema objects include Pipes and File formats. Pipes are used for continuous data loading, and File formats specify the format of data files used in loading and unloading operations within Snowflake

 Snowflake reorganizes data into its internal optimized, compressed, columnar format in the Database Storage layer. This process is part of how Snowflake manages data storage, ensuring efficient data retrieval and query performance

 Periodic rekeying of micro-partitions is a feature that requires the Enterprise Edition of Snowflake or higher. This feature is part of Snowflake’s comprehensive approach to encryption key management, ensuring data security through regular rekeying1. References: [COF-C02] SnowPro Core Certification Exam Study Guide