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What Is the Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Certification And Why Do I Need It?

What Is the Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Certification And Why Do I Need It?

August 1, 2022 in Azure, Centriq News, Corporate IT Training, IT Career Program, Microsoft / by Centriq Training

You know the terms “cloud” and “cloud services” but you may not be so sure what Microsoft Azure is or why it’s important. If you’re looking to start a career in IT, getting your AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals certification is a great way to get your foot in the door. But what exactly is Microsoft Azure, why is the AZ-900 certification so important for getting a career in IT, and what is the pathway to passing this exam? Keep reading to find out.

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Centriq How To: Power BI – “Visualize List” Tool

Centriq How To: Power BI – “Visualize List” Tool

July 7, 2022 in Centriq News, Corporate IT Training, Microsoft, Microsoft 365/Office 365, Microsoft Office / by Andrea Pomatto

Lists in SharePoint can contain up to 30 million items. That means your lists can have a lot of data to process and fully understand only by using filters, views, and search alone. Luckily, Power Platform apps are integrated conveniently with lists and libraries. Specifically, you’ll find that Power BI’s integration enables you to instantly create a report of your list’s data in just a few clicks. 

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3 Tools To Help Book and Schedule Meetings Efficiently

3 Tools To Help Book and Schedule Meetings Efficiently

June 8, 2022 in Centriq News, Corporate IT Training, Microsoft, Microsoft 365/Office 365, Microsoft Office / by Nate Chamberlain

Microsoft Bookings has had a journey… It was first only available to small business licenses, then released to enterprise licenses. Now, Microsoft is releasing another change in June for ‘Bookings in Outlook’.  

What does this mean for you and your organization? Well, if you want a great step-by-step on the ‘how-to’s of Bookings check out our webinar recording. If you’re not sure if Bookings is right for you, then keep on reading!

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Is Microsoft Power Platform Worth Your Time?

Is Microsoft Power Platform Worth Your Time?

May 11, 2022 in Centriq News, Corporate IT Training, Microsoft, Microsoft 365/Office 365, Microsoft Office / by Andrea Pomatto

I could ramble off several mistakes people make when it comes to optimizing their productivity. I could also offer solutions to fix those mistakes. But in the end, I haven’t answered the most important question: how much time is it going to take to adopt the best solution?

In 2021, Forrester performed a TEI (Total Economic Impact™) study, and determined that the solutions built through Power Platform showed a 3% efficiency gain within a single organization and within the first year of adoption. Without a doubt I know this to be possible just by watching our trainers and operations team build out automation tools on the fly, but we also have the most knowledgeable training team out there. What if  a non-technical person (like me) tried to build a solution through Power platform?  Would the risk of wasting time learning how to build a Power Platform solution outweigh the reward?

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Top Windows 11 Features To Try

Top Windows 11 Features To Try

March 10, 2022 in Centriq News, Corporate IT Training, Microsoft, Microsoft 365/Office 365, Microsoft Office / by Nate Chamberlain

Windows 11 is changing the way we work – for the better. Each version of Windows has enabled us to be more productive and efficient than the last, and Windows 11 doesn’t disappoint. And as with previous versions, we’ll continually see updates to the operating system that further enhance our Windows experience. But what do we have already? In this post, I’ll highlight three of my favorite changes that come with Windows 11. 

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To Do: Creating Multiple Task Lists & Groups – Centriq

To Do: Creating Multiple Task Lists & Groups – Centriq

December 20, 2021 in Centriq News, Corporate IT Training, Microsoft, Microsoft 365/Office 365, Microsoft Office / by Julie Cantwell

I recently presented a webinar on utilizing the various Microsoft 365 task management apps. I did a deep dive into the Microsoft To Do app. It is the leading app to manage all your personal and small group tasks. To Do can help you create, manage, and prioritize personal tasks — but many don’t know about the lists and groups features within Microsoft To Do. These functions can help keep us organized and focused on specific projects with other team members.

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PowerShell Training: Scripting the Base of Your IT Knowledge

PowerShell Training: Scripting the Base of Your IT Knowledge

March 4, 2020 in Corporate IT Training, Microsoft / by Elizabeth Granada

PowerShell Training: Scripting the Base of Your IT Knowledge

 

Windows PowerShell is no longer considered an elective class for IT professionals. Now, every Microsoft class related to Job Task Analysis (JTA) training assumes you already have the basic comprehension of PowerShell scripting. If you haven’t taken the Automating Administration with Windows PowerShell (MS-10961) class at this point in your IT career, now is the time to enroll.

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SharePoint Online: Get to know the Sites

SharePoint Online: Get to know the Sites

February 20, 2020 in Corporate IT Training, Microsoft, Microsoft 365/Office 365, Microsoft Office / by Elizabeth Granada

Your company intranet doesn’t have to be a black hole of everyone’s projects and information. By using SharePoint Online, you can tailor each user’s experience by creating sites that best suit each user’s needs. Not sure where to start? Take a look at these four commonly used sites and how they can streamline your internal communications.

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Fine-Grained Password Policies

Fine-Grained Password Policies

June 10, 2019 in Corporate IT Training, Microsoft / by Janet Nichols

How to Configure Fine-Grained Password Policies in PowerShell

 

About a year ago, I held a seminar about Fine-Grained password policies. Several of my students asked me to document the important points in a blog. But they added a twist to the request. Instead of using GUI tools, they suggested it would be more helpful if I documented all of the steps in PowerShell. Never one to say no, I agreed. So to those students, this blog is for you!

First, a little background about Fine-Grained password policies.

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2019 Microsoft Product Roadmap Summary

2019 Microsoft Product Roadmap Summary

April 4, 2019 in Centriq News, Corporate IT Training, Microsoft / by Centriq Training

2019 Microsoft Product Roadmap Summary: Upcoming Products & Dates

(Quoted content provided by Gladys Rama/Redmond Channel Partner)

Each year, Redmond Channel Partner publishes their highly-anticipated Microsoft Product Roadmap, which takes an in-depth look at what Microsoft releases and updates are on the immediate horizon. Once again, 2019 will be a busy year, with major updates to Windows 10, Dynamics 365, and System Center on tap, to name just a few. Below is a condensed summary of the Roadmap, which provides a snapshot of new and upcoming releases, version updates, and anticipated release dates.

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Jan 23, 2023
Jul 27, 2023
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4/3/23-4/7/23
5/22/23-5/26/23
7/3/23-7/7/23
CSSP-V
Jan 30, 2023
May 5, 2023
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3/6/23-3/10/23
4/10/23-4/14/23
CSSP-V
Feb 6, 2023
May 19, 2023
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3/27/23-3/31/23
FSCP-V
Mar 20, 2023
Jun 23, 2023
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4/24/23-4/28/23
5/22/23-5/26/23
CSSP-V
Apr 10, 2023
Jul 28, 2023
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5/29/23-6/2/23
7/3/23-7/7/23
FSCP-V
Apr 24, 2023
Oct 19, 2023
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7/3/23-7/7/23
8/21/23-8/25/23
CSSP-V
May 15, 2023
Dec 14, 2023
Eve
7/3/23-7/7/23
9/4/23-9/8/23
11/20/23-11/24/23
FSCP-V
Jun 5, 2023
Sep 8, 2023
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7/3/23-7/7/23
8/7/23-8/11/23
CSSP-V
Jun 19, 2023
Oct 6, 2023
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7/3/23-7/7/23
9/4/23-9/8/23
FSCP-V
Jul 24, 2023
Jan 25, 2024
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10/2/23-10/6/23
11/20/23-11/24/23
12/25/23-12/29/23
CSSP-V
Aug 14, 2023
Nov 17, 2023
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9/5/23-9/8/23
10/16/23-10/2/23
CSSP-V
Aug 28, 2023
Dec 15, 2023
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9/4/23-9/8/23
11/20/23-11/24/23
FSCP-V
Oct 2, 2023
Jan 5, 2024
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10/23/23-10/27/23
11/20/2023-11/24/23
12/25/23-12/29/23
CSSP-V
Oct 30, 2023
May 2, 2024
Eve
11/20/23-11/23/23
3/4/23-3/7/23
CSSP-V
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Feb 13, 2023
Mar 19, 2023
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3/20/23-3/24/23
4/17/23-4/21/23
CSSP-I
Apr 17, 2023
Jul 21, 2023
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5/22/23-5/26/23
7/3/23-7/7/23
CSSP-I
Jun 5, 2023
Sep 8, 2023
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7/3/23-7/7/23
8/7/23-8/11/23
CSSP-I
Jul 31, 2023
Nov 3, 2023
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9/4/23-9/8/23
10/2/23-10/6/23
CSSP-I
Sep 25, 2023
Dec 22, 2023
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11/20/23-11/24/23
CSSP-I
Nov 27, 2023
Mar 1, 2024
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12/25/23-12/29/23
1/29/24-2/2/24
CSSP-I
If you don't see the Cohort Start date you are looking for don't forget to check out our online instructor-led calendar.
CSSP-I: Cloud & Security Specialist Program (In-Person Modality)
CSSP-V: Cloud & Security Specialist Program (Live Virtual Modality)
FSCP-I: Full Stack Coding Program (In-Person Modality)
FSCP-V: Full Stack Coding Program (Live Virtual Modality)
Please note that Centriq will be closed on the following observed holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day following Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
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Jan 16, 2023
Apr 21, 2023
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2/2023-2/24/23
3/20/23-3/24/23
CSSP-I
Jan 23, 2023
Jul 27, 2023
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4/3/23-4/7/23
5/22/23-5/26/23
7/3/23-7/7/23
CSSP-I
Feb 27, 2023
Jun 2, 2023
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4/3/23-4/7/23
5/1/23-5/5/23
CSSP-I
Apr 10, 2023
Jul 14, 2023
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5/15/23-5/19/23
7/3/23-7/7/23
CSSP-I
May 22, 2023
Aug 18, 2023
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7/3/23-7/7/23
CSSP-I
Jun 26, 2023
Sep 29, 2023
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7/3/23-7/7/23
8/7/23-8/11/23
CSSP-I
Aug 7, 2023
Nov 10, 2023
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9/4/23-9/8/23
10/9/23-10/13/23
CSSP-I
Sep 11, 2023
Dec 15, 2023
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10/16/23-10/20/23
11/20/23-11/24/23
CSSP-I
Oct 23, 2023
Jan 26, 2024
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11/20/23-11/24/23
12/25/23-12/29/23
CSSP-I
Dec 4, 2023
Mar 8, 2024
Day
12/25/23-12/29/23
2/5/24-2/9/24
CSSP-I
If you don't see the Cohort Start date you are looking for don't forget to check out our online instructor-led calendar.
CSSP-I: Cloud & Security Specialist Program (In-Person Modality)
CSSP-V: Cloud & Security Specialist Program (Live Virtual Modality)
FSCP-I: Full Stack Coding Program (In-Person Modality)
FSCP-V: Full Stack Coding Program (Live Virtual Modality)
Please note that Centriq will be closed on the following observed holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day following Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.