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Building a Modern Data Catalog with Microsoft Purview

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Building a Modern Data Catalog with Microsoft Purview

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

8 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Configure Microsoft Purview in Azure and securely manage roles, permissions, and governance settings across enterprise data sources.

  • Register, scan, and catalog data from Azure Data Lake Storage and Azure SQL Database to enable discovery and metadata management.

  • Create, curate, and publish data products while enabling data consumers to search, understand, and trust enterprise data assets.

  • Implement data quality rules, profiling, glossaries, and lineage, including integration with Microsoft Fabric for end-to-end visibility.

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July 2026

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8 assignments

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There are 8 modules in this course

In this module, we will set the stage for your learning journey with Microsoft Purview. You'll gain a clear understanding of what the course entails, meet your instructor, and explore how Microsoft Purview fits into the broader data governance landscape. Additionally, you'll learn the necessary technical requirements to follow along with the hands-on components.

What's included

4 videos1 reading

In this module, we will guide you through setting up the foundational Azure environment required for Microsoft Purview. You'll learn how to create resource groups, provision the Purview resource, and manage user roles and permissions to ensure secure access. These steps form the groundwork for implementing enterprise data governance.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will connect Azure Data Lake Storage to Microsoft Purview and explore its metadata scanning capabilities. You'll learn how to register data sources, configure scans, and begin working with data products. The module also introduces browsing and publishing workflows, while addressing current limitations with CSV and ADLS-based assets.

What's included

7 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will walk through the steps of integrating Azure SQL Database with Microsoft Purview. You'll create the SQL resource, configure access, load sample data, and run scans to populate the data catalog. Finally, we’ll review the scan results and discuss metadata visibility within the platform.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will focus on creating and managing data products in Microsoft Purview. You’ll learn how to curate meaningful data products from existing assets and make them discoverable for end-users. We’ll also explore the consumer experience of searching and shopping for data within the catalog.

What's included

2 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore Microsoft Purview’s capabilities for managing data quality and business metadata. You’ll configure profiling connections, create and execute quality scans, and review results to identify data issues. Finally, you’ll learn to build a glossary of standardized business terms to support data governance.

What's included

8 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will connect Microsoft Fabric to Microsoft Purview and perform metadata scans to catalog its assets. You'll configure the integration, initiate the scans, and explore how Purview captures lineage to map end-to-end data flow. This visibility supports transparency and governance across modern data platforms.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will wrap up the course with a review of your accomplishments and key takeaways. You’ll reflect on the hands-on work done with Microsoft Purview and consider how to apply these skills in real-world scenarios. Finally, we’ll offer guidance on how to continue your journey in enterprise data governance.

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