May 2, 2012 at 7:17 am
Hi All,
I'd like to learn how to build business intelligence solutions. I've been doing database development for years but know little about Analysis Services. I've been approved to expense local training. I'm in Dallas, TX. I'd appreciate some advice.
I would like to take the Microsoft-designed course "Implementing a Data Warehouse in Microsoft SQL Server 2012 (10777)". However, the partners providing the training in Dallas, like Global Knowledge and Dynamics Edge, have been canceling classes due to lack of enrollment. I'm guessing it is because the class is still new and the correlating exam isn't even out yet. While I eventually want to take the exam, I'm more concerned now with learning the fundamentals, especially of dimensional modeling, so I have a way to orient myself when digging through the details and nuances.
I'm reading on my own but want to take the opportunity given to attend instructor-led training. I'm not sure how long the offer will be extended. Would it be beneficial to go ahead and take course based on 2008? Is there a non-Microsoft course I could benefit from? Should I try to hold out? It seems like a lot of 2012 improves BI so I'm hesitant to take a 2008 course. But what do I know?
Thanks in advance for any advice.
Rob
May 2, 2012 at 2:38 pm
The 1077x courses are all still in beta. The gold MOC version should be out by the end of the month for some, and next month for the rest. The local CPLS should be running them then.
We are running a full schedule of SQL 2012 courses in our locations now, unfortunately in UK not Dallas.
If you only want SSAS dimensional, then stick to course 6234 as this covers more than the SQL 2012 equivalent. The 2012 course you want is 10778 not 10777, as this covers tabular model and dimensional. The 10777 is data warehousing, ssis, master data services and data quality services.
Fitz
May 7, 2012 at 12:26 pm
You're in luck this weekend if you can get away for a bit.
There is a weekend long Pass SQL Rally in your neck of the woods.
http://www.sqlpass.org/Events/ctl/ViewEvent/mid/521.aspx?ID=782
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