What I’m Focusing on First for the Salesforce Data 360 Consultant Exam

I recently started preparing for the Salesforce Data 360 Consultant exam, and one thing I noticed pretty quickly is how many areas connect with each other. I initially thought I should just go through the topics one by one, but that hasn't been the most useful approach for me.

I'm focusing first on the Data 360 fundamentals and data modeling side. I want to understand how data is brought into the platform, how it is mapped, and how different data sources fit together. I’m also spending time on identity resolution because it seems like one of those areas where knowing the terminology isn't enough. I need to understand why and when it is used.

Data ingestion is another area I'm working through carefully. I'm looking at how data gets into Data 360 and what can affect the quality and usability of that data afterward.

Moreover, I have begun using Salesforce Data 360 Consultant exam questions to determine whether I am able to implement the material I have learned, as opposed to recognizing definitions only.

My current plan is to ensure that the basics are understood first and then move on to the integration between data modeling, ingestion, identity resolution, and activation. What was the first topic you worked on while preparing for this exam?