KQL for Azure Admins

Course Overview

The “KQL for Azure Admins” course offered by CounselTrain is designed to equip learners with the skills to effectively utilize Kusto Query Language (KQL) within Azure services. As a vital tool for Azure administrators, KQL aids in analyzing and managing large datasets across various Azure resources.

Starting with an introduction to KQL commands, syntax, elements, and operators, learners will gain the foundational knowledge necessary to run KQL queries. The course progresses to more advanced topics, such as analyzing query results, utilizing operators to summarize, filter, and visualize data, and building multi-table statements to extract comprehensive insights.

Participants will also explore constructing KQL statements specifically for Microsoft Sentinel, including the use of various operators like search, where, extend, and project. Hands-on lessons will guide learners in writing their first queries, connecting to resources, and manipulating data returns.

Finally, the course covers data exportation techniques to CSV files and Power BI, ensuring learners can share their insights effectively. Through this comprehensive KQL and Kusto training, Azure administrators will be empowered to perform complex data analysis, enhancing their operational capabilities within the Azure ecosystem.

Schedule Dates

28 November 2024 - 29 November 2024

KQL for Azure Admins

03 March 2025 - 04 March 2025

KQL for Azure Admins

03 June 2025 - 04 June 2025

KQL for Azure Admins

03 September 2025 - 04 September 2025

Course Content

Introduction to KQL commands
Understanding of syntax
Running KQ queries

Summarize Operator uses
Summarize Operator to filter results
Summarize Operator to prepare data

Union Operator uses
Join Operator uses

Understand the KQL language statement structure
Let statement uses
Search operator use
Extend operator uses

Understand the basic structure of a KQ
Select column to return by using the project operator
Reorder return data by using the sort operator

Export to csv files
Export to Power BI

FAQs

Kusto Query Language (KQL) is a powerful query language used to explore and analyze large datasets stored in Azure services. It is essential for Azure administrators because it enables efficient data management, analysis, and visualization, which are critical for monitoring and optimizing Azure resources.

Basic knowledge of Azure services and familiarity with general database concepts are recommended. However, the course starts with foundational topics, making it accessible to those new to KQL.

The course is structured into modules, starting with basic concepts and gradually progressing to advanced topics. Each module includes hands-on lessons and practical exercises to reinforce learning.

CounselTrain offers various support options, including access to instructors, a community forum for peer interaction, and customer support for technical issues or inquiries related to the course content.