Onyx Academy

Microsoft Fabric Training Led by Leon Gordon

Expert-led Microsoft Fabric governance training, from one-day workshops to certified programmes, supported by the Onyx learning community.

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Onyx Data delivers Microsoft Fabric training led by Leon Gordon, Microsoft MVP, covering everything from foundation skills to advanced governance and Copilot integration. Courses are available as in-person workshops, live virtual sessions, or on-demand modules, with Microsoft In-a-Day programmes included at no extra cost.

Why Train with Onyx?

We teach Microsoft Fabric and govern it daily for FTSE 250 clients

Practitioner-Led

Our instructors run FabOps in production and teach from that experience

Microsoft In-a-Day Partner

Official Microsoft In-a-Day delivery partner with practitioner-led courses

Governance First

Every course includes Fabric governance patterns and FabOps tooling

Designed for Application

Practical exercises connect learning to governed delivery

Our Credentials
Microsoft Most Valuable Professional Microsoft Certified Trainer
Microsoft Certifications: Fabric Analytics Engineer, Azure Administrator, Azure Solutions Architect, Azure DevOps Engineer Microsoft Certifications: Azure Security Engineer, Fabric Data Engineer, Azure AI Engineer, Azure Data Scientist
Your Lead Instructor

Learn from a Microsoft MVP Who Builds on Fabric Daily

Leon Gordon
Microsoft MVP Forbes Technology Council Gartner LinkedIn Top Voice Oxford Business School
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Leon Gordon

Microsoft MVP · MCT · Forbes Technology Council

With nearly 15 years leading data and AI strategy for enterprises across healthcare, automotive, maritime, and financial services, Leon doesn't just teach Microsoft Fabric, he's one of the people shaping how organisations adopt it.

As a Microsoft MVP and MCT, Leon teaches through practical experience and led the team behind Elcome’s SpaceX partnership, a Microsoft-published customer story.

Microsoft MVP Microsoft MCT LinkedIn Learning Instructor Fabric UK Community Founder Forbes Technology Council
"When Leon trains your team, you're not getting theory from a textbook. You're getting the same strategic thinking he brings to boardrooms at global enterprises."

Your Learning Journey

01

Foundation

Build core Fabric skills and governance awareness

Courses: Fabric In-a-Day, Power BI In-a-Day

1-2 days
02

Advanced

Deep-dive into governance, cost attribution, and compliance

Courses: Fabric Governance Masterclass, FabOps Workshop

2-3 days
03

Mastery

Lead Fabric governance strategy across your organisation

Courses: Executive Governance Programme, Custom Enterprise Training

Ongoing

What Microsoft Fabric Training Courses Are Available?

Choose from our comprehensive range of Microsoft Fabric and governance training

Microsoft In-a-Day

Fabric In-a-Day

1 day Blended Beginner

GBP 495 per delegate

Microsoft Official Curriculum

A comprehensive introduction to Microsoft Fabric covering data engineering, data science, and real-time analytics in a single day.

  1. Navigate the Fabric workspace confidently
  2. Build a basic lakehouse and pipeline
  3. Understand Fabric licensing and capacity
  4. Create your first Power BI report in Fabric
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Microsoft In-a-Day

Power BI In-a-Day

1 day Blended Beginner

GBP 495 per delegate

Microsoft Official Curriculum

Build your first Power BI report and dashboard from scratch, covering data import, modelling, DAX basics, and publishing.

  1. Connect to multiple data sources
  2. Build a star-schema data model
  3. Write foundational DAX measures
  4. Publish and share reports securely
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Microsoft In-a-Day

AI In-a-Day

1 day Blended Beginner

GBP 495 per delegate

Microsoft Official Curriculum

Explore Azure AI services and Fabric AI capabilities including Copilot integration and ML model deployment.

  1. Understand AI/ML fundamentals in Fabric
  2. Deploy a machine learning model
  3. Use Copilot for data exploration
  4. Build an AI-powered dashboard
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Governance

Fabric Governance Masterclass

2 days Blended Advanced

GBP 2,500 per delegate

5+ delegates: GBP 2,000 each

The definitive governance training for Microsoft Fabric. Learn workspace management, security models, cost attribution, and compliance frameworks using real-world FabOps patterns.

  1. Design a Fabric governance framework
  2. Implement workspace security and RBAC
  3. Set up cost attribution and chargeback
  4. Configure compliance monitoring with FabOps
  5. Create governance scorecards and KPIs
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Governance

FabOps Workshop

1 day Blended Intermediate

GBP 1,200 per delegate

Hands-on workshop deploying and configuring FabOps for your Fabric environment. Leave with a working governance scorecard.

  1. Deploy FabOps in your Fabric tenant
  2. Configure governance scoring rules
  3. Set up automated compliance alerts
  4. Build custom governance dashboards
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Analytics

Power BI Advanced Analytics

2 days Blended Advanced

GBP 2,200 per delegate

5+ delegates: GBP 1,800 each

Advanced DAX, data modelling patterns, performance optimisation, and enterprise deployment strategies.

  1. Write complex DAX calculations
  2. Optimise data model performance
  3. Implement row-level security
  4. Design scalable enterprise reports
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Analytics

Data Engineering in Fabric

2 days Blended Intermediate

GBP 2,200 per delegate

Build production-grade data pipelines in Microsoft Fabric using lakehouses, notebooks, and dataflows.

  1. Build end-to-end data pipelines
  2. Implement medallion architecture
  3. Use Spark notebooks effectively
  4. Monitor pipeline performance
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AI/ML

AI & Machine Learning in Fabric

2 days Blended Advanced

GBP 2,500 per delegate

Deploy machine learning models in Fabric, integrate Copilot, and build AI-powered analytics solutions.

  1. Train and deploy ML models in Fabric
  2. Integrate Azure AI services
  3. Build Copilot-enabled applications
  4. Implement responsible AI practices
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Governance

Executive Governance Programme

Half day On-Site Advanced

GBP 5,000 per session

Up to 10 attendees

Strategic governance session for C-suite and senior leadership. Covers ROI of governance, risk mitigation, and FabOps value proposition.

  1. Articulate governance ROI to the board
  2. Design a governance adoption roadmap
  3. Understand compliance risk landscape
  4. Evaluate FabOps for your organisation
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Governance

Custom Enterprise Training

Flexible Blended Intermediate

Contact for pricing

Tailored to your team

Bespoke training programme designed around your organisation's specific Fabric environment, governance maturity, and learning objectives.

  1. Curriculum tailored to your tech stack
  2. Hands-on labs using your data
  3. Post-training governance assessment
  4. Ongoing support and follow-up
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Microsoft In-a-Day Programme

Official Microsoft curriculum delivered by certified Onyx instructors in a single intensive day

Microsoft Official

Fabric In-a-Day

A complete introduction to Microsoft Fabric, from lakehouse to report in a single day.

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Microsoft Official

Power BI In-a-Day

Build your first Power BI report and dashboard from data import to published dashboard.

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Microsoft Official

AI In-a-Day

Explore Azure AI and Fabric Copilot capabilities with hands-on labs and model deployment.

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How Is Microsoft Fabric Training Delivered?

On-Site Training

We come to your office for immersive, team-based learning

  • Dedicated instructor
  • Custom agenda
  • Team exercises
  • Minimum 6 delegates

Live Online

Interactive virtual sessions with the same quality as on-site

  • Live instructor-led
  • Breakout rooms
  • Recording available
  • Any location

Blended Learning

Combine online pre-work with intensive on-site workshops

  • Self-paced modules
  • In-person workshops
  • Best of both worlds
  • Flexible scheduling

Individual Learning

Self-paced courses for individual professionals looking to upskill

  • Learn at your pace
  • Video content
  • Practice labs
  • Certificate on completion

What Happens After Training

Governance Framework

Leave with a written governance framework tailored to your organisation

FabOps Access

FabOps access where included in the applicable course offer

Ongoing Support

Post-training email support for 90 days to help with implementation

Community Access

Continue learning through the DataDNA practitioner community

For L&D and Procurement Teams

Everything you need to get training approved and budgeted

Training Proposal Pack

Download a ready-made business case with ROI projections for your budget holder

Download Pack

Volume Discounts

Significant savings for teams of 5 or more -- contact us for a custom quote

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Invoice & PO Accepted

We accept purchase orders and can invoice against your L&D budget codes

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Join the Onyx Learning Community

Training does not end in the classroom. Continue learning, networking and exploring Fabric governance through the DataDNA community.

DataDNA Community
LinkedIn Group
Monthly Webinars

Your Path to Fabric Governance Maturity

Step 1 You are here

Training & Upskilling

Build your team's Fabric governance capabilities

Step 2

Fabric Accelerator

Implement governance in your live Fabric environment

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Step 3

FabOps Platform

Automate ongoing governance with AI-powered scoring

Explore FabOps

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Training FAQs

What experience level do I need?
Our courses range from beginner (In-a-Day) to advanced (Governance Masterclass). Each course listing shows the recommended level.
Are courses available online?
Yes, all courses are available as live online, on-site, or blended delivery. The learning experience is identical across formats.
How many people can attend?
On-site: minimum 6, maximum 20. Online: minimum 4, maximum 15. Executive Programme: up to 10.
Do you offer discounts for multiple bookings?
Yes, we offer significant discounts for teams of 5+. Contact us for a custom quote with volume pricing.
What is included in the course fee?
All course materials, hands-on lab access, post-training support (90 days), and a certificate of completion.
Can training be customised for our organisation?
Absolutely. Our Custom Enterprise Training is built around your specific Fabric environment, data, and governance maturity level.
What are Microsoft In-a-Day courses?
These are official Microsoft curriculum courses delivered by authorised partners like Onyx Data. They cover the full platform in an intensive single-day format.
What certification do delegates receive?
Delegates receive an Onyx Academy certificate of completion. For Microsoft certifications, we provide exam preparation guidance.
How do I get training approved by my L&D team?
Download our Training Proposal Pack which includes a ready-made business case, ROI projections, and delegate outcomes data.
What happens after the training?
Post-training support, FabOps access and community resources depend on the applicable course offer and are confirmed before booking.

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