{"id":2199,"date":"2025-02-20T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-20T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2025-02-26T12:46:39","modified_gmt":"2025-02-26T20:46:39","slug":"power-your-ai-transformation-with-microsoft-fabric-skilling-plans-and-a-certification-discount","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/microsoft-fabric\/blog\/2025\/02\/20\/power-your-ai-transformation-with-microsoft-fabric-skilling-plans-and-a-certification-discount\/","title":{"rendered":"Power your AI transformation with Microsoft Fabric skilling plans and a certification discount"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Looking for a competitive edge in the era of AI and today\u2019s data-powered business world? Microsoft Fabric transforms data into actionable intelligence, empowering your organization to optimize operations, uncover growth, and mitigate risks with a unified data solution. As we continue enhancing Fabric&#8217;s capabilities, we are pleased to share several significant new skilling opportunities to help further empower your data analytics journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this blog, we\u2019ll lay out the latest and greatest of our curated Fabric skilling paths on Microsoft Learn to help your team drive transformative business outcomes. We\u2019re also announcing a new certification exam available with a 50% discount! And of course, we\u2019ll dive into our exciting upcoming in-person event, FabCon, where we\u2019ll have even more surprises in store, plus a chance for you to connect with industry experts and the larger data-analysis community. Let\u2019s get started!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/fabricconf.com\/?ocid=fabcon25_mktg-Jan_blog_azdata#!\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Join us at the Microsoft Fabric Community Conference<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"get-certified-as-a-fabric-data-engineer\">Get certified as a Fabric Data Engineer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Learning Microsoft Fabric equips aspiring engineers with skills to streamline workflows, handle large-scale data processing, and integrate advanced AI tools. As a Fabric Data Engineer, you\u2019ll have the chance to design and manage cutting-edge data solutions that move AI-powered insights. That\u2019s why we\u2019re thrilled to announce the general availability of our new certification for <a href=\"https:\/\/techcommunity.microsoft.com\/blog\/microsoftlearnblog\/prove-your-in-demand-data-engineering-skills-and-champion-ai-innovation\/4240414\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fabric Data Engineers<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By earning your <strong>Microsoft Certified: Fabric Data Engineer Associate<\/strong> certification, you\u2019ll be equipped with an industry-recognized credential to set you apart in the growing field of data and AI. But you don\u2019t have to do it alone. We\u2019ve convened two live and on-demand series of expert-led walkthroughs to help you either get started with Fabric or build on your existing skills. Designed with Fabric Data Engineers in mind, these <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/shows\/learn-live\/microsoft-fabric-learn-together\/?ocid=fabric25_learntogether_pst-gmt_azdata\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Microsoft Fabric Learn Together sessions<\/a> (available in four time zones and three languages) are intended to give you the knowledge and confidence to ace your certification exam and take your data engineering career to the next level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to explore the ins and outs of Fabric on your own time? We also have <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/plans\/3gjnikype48pd7?sharingId=2EC00F8B58DDBD52&amp;ocid=fabric25_iamready_campaignpage_azdata&amp;source=docs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">an official plan on Microsoft Learn<\/a> featuring everything you\u2019ll need to learn to pass the DP-700 Fabric Data Engineer Associate certification exam, including:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Describe the core features and capabilities of lakehouses in Microsoft Fabric.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use Apache Spark DataFrames to analyze and transform data.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use Real-Time Intelligence to ingest, query, and process streams of data.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>And much more!\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s more: For a limited time, you can get 50% off the cost of the DP-700 <a href=\"https:\/\/community.fabric.microsoft.com\/t5\/custom\/page\/page-id\/campaign_form?campaignID=Q0FNUEFJR05fMTczNjUxNjg1ODY4Ng==&amp;fabric25_learntogether_ist-aest_azdata\">Fabric Data Engineer Associate certification exam<\/a>. To be eligible, either attend one of the Learn Together sessions, complete the Plan on Microsoft Learn, or have previously passed the DP-203 exam. You have until March 31, 2025, to request the discount voucher, so get started fast-tracking your data engineering career today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"join-a-community-of-fabric-users-and-experts-at-fabcon-las-vegas\">Join a community of Fabric users and experts at FabCon Las Vegas&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter your role or skill level, you can connect with other Fabric users and experts at the <a href=\"https:\/\/fabricconf.com\/?ocid=fabcon25_fbceb_blog_azdata%22%20\\l%20%22!\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fabric Community Conference<\/a> from March 31-April 2, 2025, in Las Vegas. Join us at the MGM Grand for the ultimate Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, SQL, and AI event featuring over 200 sessions with speakers covering exciting new Fabric features and skilling opportunities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Connect one-on-one with\u202fcommunity and product experts, including a dedicated partner pre-day, all-day Ask-the-Experts hours, a bustling expo hall, and plenty of after-hours social events. Workshops will also be available on March 29th, 30th, and April 3rd, making this the most comprehensive Microsoft Fabric learning experience to date.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t miss out! <a href=\"https:\/\/aka.ms\/fabcon25?ocid=fabcon25_azmtkg_blog_azdata\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Register today<\/a> to grab the early bird discount and use code MSCUST for $150 off registration.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"build-ai-apps-faster-with-sql-databases-in-fabric\">Build AI apps faster with SQL databases in Fabric&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fabric\u2019s capabilities and versatility are always expanding. We recently introduced a <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.fabric.microsoft.com\/en-us\/blog\/announcing-sql-database-in-microsoft-fabric-public-preview?ft=All\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">public preview of SQL databases<\/a> to make building AI apps faster and easier than ever. SQL Database in Microsoft Fabric provides a unified, autonomous, and AI-optimized platform that accelerates app development by up to 71%, empowering businesses to innovate faster and gain a competitive edge in the AI era.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To enhance your skills in working with SQL databases in Fabric, we\u2019ve designed a new learning path called <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/training\/paths\/implement-operational-databases-in-microsoft-fabric\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Implement operational databases in Microsoft Fabric<\/a>. This course will guide you through the process of creating and managing SQL databases within the Fabric environment. You\u2019ll also learn how to provision an SQL database, configure security settings, and perform essential database operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The course covers important topics such as data modeling, query optimization, and performance tuning specific to Fabric&#8217;s SQL capabilities. By completing this learning path, you&#8217;ll gain hands-on experience with Fabric&#8217;s SQL features and be better equipped to design and implement efficient database solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also watch on-demand sessions of a recent <a href=\"https:\/\/developer.microsoft.com\/en-us\/reactor\/series\/S-1430?ocid=fabric25_sqlinfabric_blog_azdata_azmtkg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SQL Database in Fabric Learn Together series<\/a> to see how to build reliable, highly scalable applications where cloud authentication and encryption are secured by default.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"unlock-ai-ready-insights-and-transform-your-data\">Unlock AI-ready insights and transform your data&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s always more to discover on Microsoft Learn,\u00a0including a plan to help you harness AI and unify your intelligent data and analytics on the Fabric platform. With the <a href=\"https:\/\/aka.ms\/30DPlan\/Make-your-data-AI-ready-with-Microsoft-Fabric\">Make your data AI-ready with Microsoft Fabric<\/a> plan on Microsoft Learn, you\u2019ll find out how to implement large-scale data engineering, build a lakehouse, and explore warehouse solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This free, curated, and self-paced plan guides you through key learning milestones:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ingesting data through shortcuts, mirroring, pipelines, and dataflows.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Transforming data using dataflows, procedures, and notebooks.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Storing processed data in the lakehouse and data warehouse for easy retrieval.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Exposing data by creating reusable semantic models in Power BI, making transformed data accessible for analysis.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kick-off-your-data-and-ai-journey-at-microsoft-learn\">Kick off your data and AI journey at Microsoft Learn&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to expand your Microsoft Fabric expertise and accelerate your professional development, we have everything you need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Get started on the path to becoming a Fabric Data Engineer Associate with our official plan on Microsoft Learn: <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/plans\/3gjnikype48pd7?sharingId=2EC00F8B58DDBD52&amp;ocid=fabric25_iamready_campaignpage_azdata&amp;source=docs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get Certified! 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