January 31, 2024January 31, 2024 Microsoft Applied Skills – an inspired way to learn skills Table of Contents Applied skills - what are they? Microsoft Applied Skills is a new program that helps learners develop digital skills for the future of work. It offers a range of courses on topics such as data analysis, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. The courses are designed to be accessible, engaging, and relevant for learners of different backgrounds and levels.The program aims to empower learners to acquire the skills they need to advance their careers and pursue their passions. It also provides learners with opportunities to connect with experts, mentors, and peers in the Microsoft community. By completing the courses, learners can earn certificates and badges that demonstrate their achievements and showcase their skills to potential employers.Microsoft Applied Skills is part of Microsoft’s broader commitment to democratize digital skills and create more inclusive economic opportunities. The program is aligned with Microsoft’s vision of empowering every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. It reflects Microsoft’s belief that everyone should have access to quality education and lifelong learning.Focus your efforts on a skill set that is specific to a critical business problem or challenge that organizations are facing.Earn your credential by passing an online, on-demand assessment that requires you to complete a series of tasks in an interactive lab experience.Elevate your profile when you share your Microsoft-verified credentials and skills across your professional network, leaving no doubt about your value and expertise. Applied skills currently available There are 19 applied skills available at the moment (opens in new tab).There are six domains currently where assessments can be done:(Azure) InfrastructureDigital and app innovationData and AIBusiness applicationsModern workSecurity Click image to see all the Applied Skills in Microsoft Learn My Applied Skills I have done all those Security assessments. When you complete the assessment you will see the result in your Microsoft Learn profile. An example - Configure SIEM security operations using Microsoft Sentinel There are five sections in the skill page:At the glanceOverviewTasks need to performPrepare for assessment (aka LEARN)Take the assessment At the glance There is a box where Microsoft has described the test level, role assignment, product to test and the subject. Overview To earn this Microsoft Applied Skills credential, learners demonstrate the ability to set up and configure Microsoft Sentinel.Candidates for this credential should be familiar with Microsoft Security, compliance, and identity products; the Azure portal; and Azure administration, including role-based access control (RBAC). Tasks need to perform Create and configure a Microsoft Sentinel workspace Deploy a Microsoft Sentinel content hub solution Configure analytics rules in Microsoft Sentinel Configure automation in Microsoft Sentinel Prepare for the assessment There’s a learning path and modules which you could read and practise before taking the test. Image link goes to the learning path Take the assessment You have 2 hours to completeTest language is in English, Chinese (Simplified), French, German, Japanese, Portuguese (Brazil), SpanishThis assessment will use an interactive lab to evaluate your performance. It will take a few minutes to load the lab, and you may do other activities while it loads. After you launch the lab, you will need to wait 72 hours to launch it again. Your mouse movements and text entered during the lab will be recorded for quality purposes. Learn moreIf you are ready, just press StartI will not share how the assessment look like but everything is told to you what you need to achieve. Good luck! Jussi Metso Author is a a lifelong IT enthusiast, Microsoft Security MVP and interested in Cloud Security, XDR, SIEM and AI. Motto: Learning is the key for your future. Share on Social Media x facebook linkedinwhatsapp Discover more from Jussi Metso Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email. Type your email… Subscribe LEARNING