Cloud Analytics Foundations with SAS Viya and Azure

Organizations are rapidly moving their data operations to the cloud, creating a high demand for professionals who understand how to analyze data in cloud environments. This course introduces you to the core principles of cloud analytics using SAS Viya and Azure. You will transition from a beginner to a confident practitioner capable of navigating cloud data architectures. You will understand how to ingest, prepare, and analyze data in a secure, scalable cloud environment, preparing you for modern data roles. What you'll learn: - Understand the core terminology and architecture of cloud analytics. - Configure data connections between SAS Viya and Azure storage solutions. - Prepare and clean complex datasets using cloud-based data pipelines. - Explore modern data lakehouse concepts and cloud data governance basics. - Perform exploratory data analysis and build basic analytical models in the cloud. - Apply security and data privacy best practices within cloud analytics environments. The course begins with foundational cloud concepts and terminology before guiding you through data integration, analysis, and pipeline management. You will learn through clear text-based explanations and practical written scenarios designed to build real-world skills. This course is designed for beginners, aspiring data analysts, and IT professionals new to cloud analytics, with no prior cloud or programming experience required. Start reading today to build your foundation in modern cloud analytics.