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Why should One learn AI ?
One should learn because, Microsoft is deep in the AI race right now — investing heavily, pushing into new product categories, expanding infrastructure, and building tools for both developers and end-users. Here’s a detailed snapshot of where Microsoft is on AI in late-2025, highlighting what they’ve achieved, what they’re working on, what challenges they face, and what it means for users/organizations 1.AI is Now the Core of Microsoft’s Strategy Microsoft isn’t treating AI as an add-on — it’s embedded into everything: Windows Copilot: AI built directly into the OS. Microsoft 365 Copilot: Automates Office apps like Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams. Azure AI Services: Enterprise-grade infrastructure to build, deploy, and scale AI securely. GitHub Copilot & Azure DevOps: AI-driven development and deployment. Learning AI in Microsoft’s stack means you’re aligning with their long-term direction — it’s where every Microsoft product is headed. 2.Unified Ecosystem for Building & Deploying AI When you learn Microsoft AI, you get exposure to a connected environment that simplifies the AI lifecycle: Stage Microsoft Tools/Platforms Data Ingestion Azure Data Factory, Synapse, Fabric Model Training Azure Machine Learning, Custom Models, Azure AI Foundry Orchestration Azure AI Studio, Logic Apps, Power Automate Deployment Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Functions Integration Power Platform, Copilot Studio, Microsoft Graph API You can move from “idea -prototype - enterprise-scale app” without leaving the Microsoft ecosystem. 3.Enterprise-Grade Security & Compliance Microsoft has the most trusted AI compliance posture among hyperscalers: 1000+ security and compliance certifications Responsible AI framework (human oversight, privacy, transparency) Seamless Azure AD / Entra ID integration for secure access If you work with enterprise or gov customers, this is critical — they already rely on Microsoft’s compliance backbone. 4.Massive Career & Business Demand According to recent LinkedIn and IDC reports: 80% of Fortune 500 companies use Azure AI services. “AI + Microsoft Cloud” roles (like AI Engineer, M365 Copilot Admin, Azure AI Specialist) are growing 3x faster than traditional cloud roles. Microsoft certifications (e.g., AI-102, DP-100, AI-900) are among the top-requested by employers. Learning Microsoft AI directly translates to employability and consulting value. 5.Democratized AI — Even for Non-Coders Not everyone needs to be a data scientist: Copilot Studio (Power Platform) → Build custom copilots using natural language. Azure AI Foundry → Build intelligent agents visually. Fabric AI Integration → Analyze data and auto-generate insights in Power BI. Microsoft’s goal is to make AI “as easy as Excel” — so business users can innovate too. 6.Future-Proof Skillset Microsoft is working closely with OpenAI and others to lead in: Agentic AI (autonomous reasoning agents) Multimodal AI (text, image, voice) Edge + Cloud AI (Windows + Azure hybrid AI) Responsible AI governance tools By learning Microsoft AI now, you’re future-proofing yourself for this next generation of AI-native applications.AKS vs Azure Web App – When to Choose Which?
Criteria Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Azure Web App ( App Service ) Use Case Microservices, complex distributed apps, container orchestration Simple web apps, APIs, or monolithic workloads Scalability Advanced autoscaling at container/pod level Built-in autoscale for instances Control Full control over networking, security, and runtime Managed platform, limited infrastructure control Complexity Requires Kubernetes expertise Easy to set up and manage CI/CD ntegrates with Azure DevOps/GitHub Actions, flexible pipelines Native CI/CD support with minimal setup Cost Pay for cluster nodes and infra (can be higher for small workloads) Pay per app plan (simpler, often cheaper for small apps) Best For Large-scale, containerized enterprise apps Quick deployments, small-to-medium web apps, APIs Examples Banking microservices, AI inference workloads, enterprise SaaS Company website, REST API, internal dashboardsGitHub Administrator Blueprinting Opportunity
Greetings! GitHub is updating a credential for GitHub Administrator, and we need your input through our exam blueprinting survey. The blueprint determines how many questions each skill in the exam will be assigned. Please complete the online survey by October 17, 2025. Please also feel free to forward the survey to any colleagues you consider subject matter experts for this certification. You may send this to people external to Microsoft and GitHub as well. If you have any questions, feel free to contact John Sowles at josowles@microsoft.com or Alicia Gorriaran at aliciagorriaran@github.com. GitHub Administrator blueprint survey link: https://microsoftlearning.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9st4ir1V8sngkdw Thank you!Microsoft Learning Rooms Weekly Round up 10/2
Below is a summary of what is happening within our Learning Rooms (Groups) so that you can stay in the loop and discover something new. To get frequent updates of their content you must follow/join the group that interests you. Make sure to join one of our Learning Rooms (Groups) today! Learning Room (Group) Details Date/Time Link to discussion/event/blog Microsoft Hero Community Event: Get started with a modern zero trust remote access solution: Microsoft Global Secure Access Saturday, Oct 04, 2025, 09:00 AM PDT Get started with a modern zero trust remote access solution: Microsoft Global Secure Access | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Tech Talks Event: She Powers BI – Women’s DIY Mentorship Cohort 🌸 Monday, Oct 06, 2025, 08:30 AM PDT She Powers BI – Women’s DIY Mentorship Cohort 🌸 | Microsoft Community Hub Azure Cloud Commanders Event: The Integrated World of Microsoft Cloud Frameworks Tuesday, Oct 07, 2025, 06:00 PM PDT The Integrated World of Microsoft Cloud Frameworks | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Hero Community Event: Unlocking document insights with Azure AI October 7, 2025 19:00 PM AEST October 7, 2025 10:00 AM CET 📢 https://www.linkedin.com/in/akanksha-malik/ 🖇️ https://streamyard.com/watch/M6qvUYdv58tt?wt.mc_id=MVP_350258 Microsoft Hero Community Event: D365 Field Service 101 October 7, 2025 18:00 PM AEST October 19, 2025 09:00 AM CET 📢 https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeevarajankumar/ 🖇️ https://streamyard.com/watch/RtDkftSxhn7P?wt.mc_id=MVP_350258 Microsoft Hero Community Event: Azure Functions and network security.. Can it be done? October 11, 2025 06:00 PM CET 📢 https://www.linkedin.com/in/rexdekoning/ 🖇️ https://streamyard.com/watch/RHzXr5bpYHFY?wt.mc_id=MVP_350258 Azure Cloud Commanders Event: Security Best Practices for Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS) Monday, Oct 20, 2025, 12:00 PM PDT Security Best Practices for Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS) | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Hero Community Event: FSI and Gen AI: Wealth management advisor with Azure Foundry Agents and MCP October 21, 2025 19:00 PM AEST October 21, 2025 10:00 AM CET 📢 https://www.linkedin.com/in/priyankashah/ 🖇️ https://streamyard.com/watch/Vb5rUWMBN9YN?wt.mc_id=MVP_350258 Azure Cloud Commanders Event: ASO(cial) Superpowers: Streamlined App Deployments with Azure Service Operator Thursday, Oct 23, 2025, 11:00 AM PDT ASO(cial) Superpowers: Streamlined App Deployments with Azure Service Operator | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Hero Community Event: The Role of Sentence Syntax in Security Copilot: Structured Storytelling for Effective Defence October 25, 2025 06:00 PM CET 📢 https://www.linkedin.com/in/monaghadiri/ 🖇️ https://streamyard.com/watch/EtPkn2EZkauD?wt.mc_id=MVP_350258 Azure Cloud Commanders Event: Mastering Full Stack with Azure: Effortless Infrastructure and Well-Architected Framework Sunday, Nov 02, 2025, 08:00 PM PST Mastering Full Stack with Azure: Effortless Infrastructure and Well-Architected Framework | Microsoft Community Hub Azure Cloud Commanders Discussion: Microsoft Applied Skills Sweepstakes Microsoft Applied Skills Sweepstakes | Microsoft Community Hub Copilot & Power Platform with Rishona Discussion: Updates for the week (1/10/25) Upcoming webinar: Power BI + Dataverse: From Dashboards to Decisions & Copilot Memory Updates for the week (1/10/25) | Microsoft Community Hub SkillUp with Copilot Studio & Power Platform Discussion: ブログ(Vol.2 Power Platform コネクター(MSN 天気)を利用) を GItHub に公開 ブログ(Vol.2 Power Platform コネクター(MSN 天気)を利用) を GItHub に公開 | Microsoft Community Hub SkillUp with Copilot Studio & Power Platform Blog: Power Apps Code Apps(Preview) を利用して Single Page Application を開発 Power Apps Code Apps(Preview) を利用して Single Page Application を開発 | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft MSFarsi Community Blog: Optimizing Azure Firewall: From Rule-Based to Policy-Based Optimizing Azure Firewall: From Rule-Based to Policy-Based | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Hero Community Blog: 🚀✨ Are you ready for a power-packed, productive, and inspiring October? ✨🚀 🚀✨ Are you ready for a power-packed, productive, and inspiring October? ✨🚀 | Microsoft Community HubMicrosoft Applied Skills Sweepstakes
Applied Skills + Certifications = a powerful combination. Microsoft Applied Skills validates your ability to complete real-world tasks using Microsoft technologies. These focused, flexible micro-credentials help you build job-ready skills and support your journey to earn role-based certification. Pass a Microsoft Applied Skills assessment and complete the https://aka.ms/EnterMicrosoftAppliedSkillsSweepstakes between August 25, 2025 to October 13, 2025 for a chance to receive a 50% discount Microsoft Certification voucher (below sweepstakes terms and conditions apply). Official rules: https://learn.microsoft.com/credentials/support/microsoft-applied-skills-sweepstakes-official-rules?WT.mc_id=AZ-MVP-5004796
Applied Skills : Deploy and configure Azure monitor issues
Has anyone managed to pass this applied skills? I’ve already taken it twice and I can’t complete 3 tasks. First, it asks to configure file and configuration tracking for a web app in Change Analysis (classic), which is no longer available. Second, it asks to enable Insights on a VM, but the user doesn’t have the permissions to do it, and they can’t be added. Third, it asks to create a connection test between two VMs, but the user isn’t authorized to add the Network Watcher extension to the Linux VM. Both times I scored 69% (75% needed) and it marked those tasks as not completed.Want to Assist with Exam, Assessment, or Learning Development?
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CI/CD GitHub Deployment from Dev to UAT Synapse Workspace not Picking Up UAT Resources
Hello, I am setting up CI/CD for Azure Synapse Analytics using GitHub Actions with multiple environments (Dev, UAT, Prod). My Synapse resources are: Dev: ************-dev, azcalsbdatalakedev, calsbvaultdev, SQL DB azcalsbazuresqldev / MetaData UAT: ************-uat, azcalsbdatalakeuat, calsbvaultuat, SQL DB azcalsbazuresqluat / MetaData Prod: ***********-prod, azcalsbdatalakeprod, azcalsbvaultprod, SQL DB azcalsbazuresqlprod / MetaData I have environment-specific parameter override files like uat.json and prod.json. My GitHub workflows (synapse-dev.yml, synapse-uat.yml, etc.) deploy the Synapse publish artifacts (TemplateForWorkspace.json and TemplateParametersForWorkspace.json) with those overrides. Issue: When I run the UAT workflow, deployment completes successfully but the UAT Synapse workspace still shows Dev resources. For example, linked services like LS_ADLS still point to azcalsbdatalakedev instead of azcalsbdatalakeuat. What I have tried: Created overrides for UAT (uat.json) with correct workspace name and connection strings Checked GitHub workflow YAML to confirm the override file is being passed in the az deployment group create step Verified that Dev deployment works fine Tried changing default values in linked services JSON but behavior is inconsistent Questions: Is there a specific way to structure override files (uat.json) for Synapse CI/CD deployments so environment values are correctly replaced? Do I need separate branches in GitHub for Dev, UAT, and Prod, or can I deploy to all environments from main with overrides? Has anyone else seen linked services or parameters still pointing to Dev even after a UAT deployment? Any guidance, best practices, or sample YAML and override examples would be very helpful. Thanks in advance.Microsoft Learning Rooms Weekly Roundup 9/24
Below is a summary of what is happening within our Learning Rooms (Groups) so that you can stay in the loop and discover something new. To get frequent updates of their content you must follow/join the group that interests you. Make sure to join one of our Learning Rooms (Groups) today! Learning Room (Group) Details Date/Time Link to discussion/event/blog Microsoft Fabric Café Event: Introduction to Version Control, GIT, and Power BI Developer Mode Saturday, Sep 27, 2025, 07:00 AM PDT Introduction to Version Control, GIT, and Power BI Developer Mode | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Hero Community Event: Automating Sentinel Triage with Microsoft Security Copilot Monday, Sep 29, 2025, 12:00 AM PDT Automating Sentinel Triage with Microsoft Security Copilot | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Tech Talks Event: She Powers BI – Women’s DIY Mentorship Cohort 🌸 Monday, Oct 06, 2025, 08:30 AM PDT She Powers BI – Women’s DIY Mentorship Cohort 🌸 | Microsoft Community Hub Azure Cloud Commanders Event: The Integrated World of Microsoft Cloud Frameworks Tuesday, Oct 07, 2025, 06:00 PM PDT The Integrated World of Microsoft Cloud Frameworks | Microsoft Community Hub Azure Cloud Commanders Event: Security Best Practices for Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS) Monday, Oct 20, 2025, 12:00 PM PDT Security Best Practices for Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS) | Microsoft Community Hub Azure Cloud Commanders Event: ASO(cial) Superpowers: Streamlined App Deployments with Azure Service Operator Thursday, Oct 23, 2025, 11:00 AM PDT ASO(cial) Superpowers: Streamlined App Deployments with Azure Service Operator | Microsoft Community Hub Azure Cloud Commanders Event: Mastering Full Stack with Azure: Effortless Infrastructure and Well-Architected Framework Sunday, Nov 02, 2025, 08:00 PM PST Mastering Full Stack with Azure: Effortless Infrastructure and Well-Architected Framework | Microsoft Community Hub SkillUp with Copilot Studio & Power Platform Blog post: Power Apps Code Apps(Preview) を利用して Single Page Application を開発 Power Apps Code Apps(Preview) を利用して Single Page Application を開発 | Microsoft Community Hub SkillUp with Copilot Studio & Power Platform Knowledge base: 2025 Microsoft Virtual Training Days 2025年10月 - Microsoft Virtual Training Days 開催情報 | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Fabric Café Discussion: [RECORDING] – From Stream to Screen: Real-Time Intelligence in Microsoft Fabric [RECORDING] – From Stream to Screen: Real-Time Intelligence in Microsoft Fabric | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Hero Community September Calendar is HERE! September Calendar IS HERE! | Microsoft Community Hub
Certification tied to MS Learn account that cannot be logged into despite email access
Greetings, Hoping to get some help with this. Sort of a doom loop. Going in circles with support via ticketing system for weeks now. Certification expires in 5 days or so. Background: In September 2024, earned SC-200 and it was associated with my work email/Microsoft account. Still have access to that email/account. Nothing has changed. Problem: Now, when logging in with the email address/Microsoft Account that the certification was earned under, I get a new Microsoft learn profile with no accomplishments, training records, etc. I have complete records, including screen shots, emails, receipts for exam payment, etc. I confirmed with Pearson that my email address is associated with the exam attempt. Support has escalated the ticket to some higher level, but this hasn't gone anywhere yet.What are all the ways to get discount or free vouchers for Microsoft certifications?
Hello Microsoft Learn Community, I am looking for a comprehensive overview of all the current ways to obtain free or discounted exam vouchers for Microsoft certifications. I am aware of the following primary methods: Microsoft Cloud Skills Challenges Microsoft Learn Training Days Could you please help me complete this list? My main questions are: Besides the two methods mentioned, are there any other ongoing programs or lesser-known ways to get vouchers? Is there a central hub or page where all active voucher opportunities are listed? What is the best way to stay informed about new voucher campaigns as they are announced? Thank you in advance for sharing your knowledge and experience. Your help is greatly appreciated. Best regards[RECORDING] – From Stream to Screen: Real-Time Intelligence in Microsoft Fabric
🎥 Vahid Doustimajd – From Stream to Screen: Real-Time Intelligence in Microsoft Fabric Couldn’t attend live? The full recording is now available! In this session, Vahid Doustimajd demonstrated how to build an end-to-end real-time analytics solution in Microsoft Fabric — from ingestion all the way to visualization. Highlights: 🔹 Streaming data with Eventstream 🔹 Transforming & storing data in KQL DB and Lakehouse 🔹 Using Data Activator for alerts & triggers 🔹 Real-time dashboards in Power BI 👉 Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/live/lqi1YjkAIRE?si=IE5JbqqqXSX7wn__ Subscribe for past & upcoming sessions! #MicrosoftFabric #FabricCafe #RealTimeAnalytics #PowerBI #DataEngineering #MicrosoftLearn 👤 Hosted by Mehrdad Abdollahi ☕Microsoft Learning Rooms Weekly Round up 9/18
Below is a summary of what is happening within our Learning Rooms (Groups) so that you can stay in the loop and discover something new. To get frequent updates of their content you must follow/join the group that interests you. Make sure to join one of our Learning Rooms (Groups) today! Learning Room (Group) Details Date/Time Link to discussion/event/blog Microsoft Fabric Café Securing AI in Fabric: Defending ML Workloads from Advanced Cyber Threats Friday, Sep 19, 2025, 06:00 PM PDT Securing AI in Fabric: Defending ML Workloads from Advanced Cyber Threats | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Hero Community Start Smart with AI Builder: Prompts, Power Platform, and Pro Tips Saturday, Sep 20, 2025, 09:00 AM PDT Start Smart with AI Builder: Prompts, Power Platform, and Pro Tips Azure Cloud Commanders Mastering Full Stack with Azure: Effortless Infrastructure and Well-Architected Framework Sunday, Nov 02, 2025, 08:00 PM PST Mastering Full Stack with Azure: Effortless Infrastructure and Well-Architected Framework | Microsoft Community Hub Copilot & Power Platform with Rishona Discussion post – Updates for the week Updates for the week (12/9/25) | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Fabric Café Discussion post - [RECORDING] - Optimising Primavera P6 Reporting with Power BI” with Juliana Smith [RECORDING] - Optimising Primavera P6 Reporting with Power BI” with Juliana Smith | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Hero Community Blog post - 🚀✨ Are you ready for a power-packed, productive, and inspiring October? ✨🚀 🚀✨ Are you ready for a power-packed, productive, and inspiring October? ✨🚀 | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Hero Community Discussion post - 🎊Microsoft NextGen Heroes – Season 2 is almost here! 🎊Microsoft NextGen Heroes – Season 2 is almost here! | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Hero Community September Calendar is HERE! September Calendar IS HERE! | Microsoft Community HubSeek Providing the File/Path and Folder for Exclude Scan by EDR
Dear Community and Microsoft team, Since, we install the EDR solution on File Server Resource Manager (File Server), it real time scan by EDR and consume resource usage such CPU and RAM, anyway, I would like to seek your providing the recommend file/path and folder should be exclude for real time scan by EDR. Please advice and share your recommendation. I'm looking to hearing from you. Thanks Best Regards, Houn🎊Microsoft NextGen Heroes – Season 2 is almost here!
After an incredible first season filled with innovation, collaboration, and inspiring stories, our NextGen Heroes — Bojan, Nicklas, Marko, and proudly welcoming Ana to our team for Season 2 — are ready to begin the next chapter. This season we'll be bringing together industry experts, Microsoft MVPs, students and a wide range of impactful projects that will inspire and challenge the next generation of tech leaders. Stay tuned — the best is yet to come 😍[RECORDING] - Optimising Primavera P6 Reporting with Power BI” with Juliana Smith
🎥 Session Recording Now Available! Couldn’t make it to the live session at https://www.linkedin.com/company/102768826/admin/page-posts/published/?share=true#? You can now watch the full recording of “Optimising Primavera P6 Reporting with Power BI” with https://www.linkedin.com/company/102768826/admin/page-posts/published/?share=true#. In this session, https://www.linkedin.com/company/102768826/admin/page-posts/published/?share=true# shares how to: 🔹 Connect Power BI to Primavera P6 🔹 Transform and visualise P6 data effectively 🔹 Build insightful reports like S-Curves 👉 Watch the recording here: https://youtube.com/live/115X2s27aFE?feature=share Subscribe to our channel for all past + upcoming sessions! #MicrosoftFabric #FabricCafe #PowerBI #ProjectManagement #DataCommunity #MicrosoftLearn 👤 Hosted by https://www.linkedin.com/company/102768826/admin/page-posts/published/?share=true# ☕
Student Discount for Azure AZ-900 Certification
Hello, I am a student at a public university in Germany (Information Systems). I followed the steps described here to get the student discount: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/student-discounts#student-discounts However, the process does not seem to work as expected. I don’t see any option for student verification, and the exam price has not changed. I also noticed that other students reported the same issue. What can I do to verify my student status and actually receive the discount? Thank you! S.Darsija
Unable to give certification renewal exam despite being eligible
I am unable to give microsoft certification renewal exam despite being eligible, and certificate is not expired yet. In the certification tab under credentials it shows I am eligible for renewal assessment - However, when clicking on Renew this certificate, I am getting error that, I need a certification first ,in order to renew it. Because, of this my certification is going to expire. And there is no contact details to raise this technical issue. Why microsoft learner support is so inconvenient.Microsoft Learning Rooms Weekly Round up 09/11
Below is a summary of what is happening within our Learning Rooms (Groups) so that you can stay in the loop and discover something new. To get frequent updates of their content you must follow/join the group that interests you. Make sure to join one of our Learning Rooms (Groups) today! Learning Room (Group) Details Date/Time Link to discussion/event/blog Microsoft Fabric Café Using Generative AI on Structured Data (to query or modify data) Saturday, Sep 13, 2025, 07:00 AM PDT Using Generative AI on Structured Data (to query or modify data) | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Hero Community 🚀 Navigating the Azure AI Seas Saturday, Sep 13, 2025, 09:00 AM PDT 🚀 Navigating the Azure AI Seas 🌊🤖 | Microsoft Community Hub Azure Cloud Commanders Discussion posts Blogsite AI Voice Answer machine, [Share] GitHub Copilot Exercises Compliance and Purview Learning Room Discussion post Responsible AI Education Project Global Cloud & AI Community 🌟 Welcome to the Global Cloud & AI Community Learning Room! 🌟 Welcome to the Global Cloud & AI Community Learning Room... | Microsoft Community Hub Modern Development with Azure Integration and AI Knowledge base: How to build you modern APIs The fantastic duo: How to build your modern APIs | Microsoft Community Hub Modern Development with Azure Integration and AI Discussion post Call for Speakers - Azure AI Connect 2026 | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Hero Community September Calendar is HERE! September Calendar IS HERE! | Microsoft Community Hub
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