Databricks Bundle Init Command Function
Short answer
B Running databricks bundle init creates a new Declarative Automation Bundles project structure.
Question
You run the following command in a terminal window.
databricks bundle init
What occurs when you run the command?
Key Takeaways
The question tests knowledge of the specific lifecycle commands for Databricks Bundles, specifically distinguishing initialization from validation, deployment, or execution.
Running the databricks bundle init command scaffolds a new project structure for Declarative Automation Bundles in Azure Databricks.
Common mistake: Candidates may incorrectly choose C (deployment) because they associate 'bundle' with applying resources to the workspace, but deployment requires the separate 'bundle deploy' command.
Expert Analysis
The command databricks bundle init is the initialization step for Declarative Automation Bundles in Azure Databricks. Its primary function is to scaffold a new project by generating the necessary directory structure and default configuration files (such as bundle.yml). This aligns with option B, which describes creating a new project structure.
It is critical to distinguish this from other bundle commands. Option A refers to validation, which is handled by databricks bundle validate. Option C refers to deployment, executed via databricks bundle deploy, which applies resources to the workspace. Option D refers to execution, managed by databricks bundle run. The comment provided confirms this distinction by mapping 'init' to initialization, 'validate' to validation, 'deploy' to deployment, and 'run' to running resources. Therefore, only initialization occurs here.
Official Reference
https://docs.databricks.com/en/dev-tools/bundles/index.html
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Exam Strategy
Memorize the four core CLI verbs for Databricks Bundles: init (create structure), validate (check config), deploy (apply resources), and run (execute jobs/pipelines). When you see 'init', immediately think 'scaffold' or 'structure'; when you see 'deploy', think 'workspace application'. This prevents confusion between setup and operational phases.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between databricks bundle init and databricks bundle validate?
Which command deploys resources defined in a bundle to the workspace?
Community Votes
100% of anonymous learners picked answer B. Votes are pick records left by other test-takers — they are not the verified answer.
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Raja419 👍 1 Answered Bbundle init -> Initialize project bundle validate -> Validate configuration bundle deploy -> Deploy resources bundle run -> Run a resource
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