In this guide, we explored the design of real-time data pipelines using Azure Data Factory (ADF). We covered essential aspects including defining data sources, setting up linked services, creating datasets, designing pipelines with data ingestion and transformation activities, and leveraging Azure services for enhanced capabilities. Additionally, we discussed how infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform and ARM templates can be used to manage ADF resources effectively. This comprehensive approach ensures that you can build robust, scalable, and efficient real-time data pipelines to meet modern data processing demands.