40517: Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Migrate EDW to Azure SQL Data Warehouse
The Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Migrate EDW to Azure SQL Data Warehouse equips cloud architects and IT professionals with hands-on skills to modernize legacy data warehouses by migrating on-premises SQL Server environments to Azure SQL Data Warehouse. It addresses the critical industry challenge of cloud data migration, where 78% of certified Azure architects report increased professional value. Participants gain practical experience in data preparation, schema migration, and orchestration using Azure services.
This workshop prepares learners for the Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification, aligning with AZ-305 exam objectives on data storage design. Koenig Solutions offers official vendor-authorized courseware and Guaranteed-to-Run dates, ensuring reliable access to training. Completing this course enables professionals to lead enterprise cloud transformations with confidence.
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Course Overview
The Microsoft course 40517: Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Migrate EDW to Azure SQL Data Warehouse is designed for cloud architects, data engineers, and IT professionals responsible for planning and executing enterprise data warehouse (EDW) migrations to the cloud. Although this workshop does not map directly to a single certification exam, it supports skills relevant to the Azure Data Engineer Associate and Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate certifications. The course equips professionals with the strategic and technical knowledge needed to transition on-premises data warehouses—such as those running on SQL Server—to Azure SQL Data Warehouse. With over 95% of Fortune 500 companies using Azure, demand for cloud data migration expertise continues to grow, making this training critical for organizations modernizing their data platforms.
Participants engage with key Microsoft technologies including Azure SQL Data Warehouse (now part of Azure Synapse Analytics), Azure Blob Storage, Azure Data Factory, Power BI Desktop, and SQL Server Analysis Services. The hands-on lab component, delivered through the Azure Portal, guides students through a real-world scenario involving a retail chain migration from an on-premises SQL Server data warehouse. During the lab, learners configure Azure services, perform data and schema preparation, migrate data using PolyBase, investigate table distribution methods, create an Analysis Services model, and visualize insights using Power BI Desktop. This practical experience ensures that students build a complete, end-to-end migration workflow in a secure cloud environment, reinforcing architectural decisions made during the whiteboard design session.
By completing the 40517: Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Migrate EDW to Azure SQL Data Warehouse, professionals enhance their ability to design and implement scalable cloud data solutions, directly supporting career advancement in high-demand roles such as Cloud Data Architect and Azure Data Engineer. Certified Azure professionals report average salaries between $120,000 and $150,000 annually, reflecting the market value of cloud data expertise. Koenig Solutions delivers this training with official Microsoft courseware, 1-on-1 instructor support, and Guaranteed-to-Run batches, ensuring flexibility and quality. Graduates are well-positioned to lead enterprise cloud transformation initiatives and drive data-driven decision-making in modern organizations.
What You'll Learn
Skills You'll Gain
Prerequisites
- Experience with on-premises SQL Server databases and data warehouse management, essential for migrating to Azure SQL Data Warehouse (now rebranded as Azure Synapse Analytics) in the Microsoft Cloud Workshop 40517.
- Understanding of enterprise data warehouse (EDW) architecture and design principles to optimize migration strategies in Azure Synapse Analytics, as covered in this Microsoft course.
- Familiarity with Azure SQL Data Warehouse (now Azure Synapse Analytics) architecture and services to facilitate seamless cloud data migration, a core focus of the Microsoft Cloud Workshop 40517.
- Knowledge of data migration strategies and tools for moving large-scale data workloads efficiently to Azure Synapse Analytics, as taught by Microsoft.
- Proficiency in T-SQL for complex query optimization and understanding of PolyBase for data virtualization, which are critical for the migration tasks in the Microsoft Cloud Workshop 40517.
- Ability to design data orchestration workflows using tools like Azure Data Factory and demonstrate competency in Azure subscription management and Azure portal navigation, as required for this Microsoft course.
Certification Exam
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What's Included in Your Training
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Official Courseware
Hands-On Lab Environment (30 days)
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Hands-On Lab
Live Lab Sandbox
Real EnvironmentPractice in a real lab environment with full access to the tools and services covered in the course.
30+ Guided Labs
30+Step-by-step lab exercises designed to reinforce each module with practical, hands-on tasks.
Lab Manual Included
Full GuideComprehensive lab guide with detailed instructions, screenshots, and troubleshooting tips.
Post-Training Access
30 Days30 days of extended lab access after your training ends so you can continue practicing.
Career Outcomes
of 40517: Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Migrate EDW to Azure SQL Data Warehouse certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the 40517: Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Migrate EDW to Azure SQL Data Warehouse certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Cloud Data Architect
- Data Warehouse Engineer
- Azure Data Engineer
- Database Migration Specialist
- Enterprise Data Strategist
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