Practice Data Science and Machine Learning with Microsoft Fabric Through High-Fidelity Simulation

The DP-604T00 Helix Software-Defined Lab gives learners an interactive way to practice implementing data science and machine learning solutions using Microsoft Fabric directly in their browser.

Learners complete realistic, carefully designed exercises covering data exploration, data preparation, machine learning model development, training, evaluation, and prediction. High-fidelity screens, interactive hotspots, and responsive interface elements closely recreate key experiences within Microsoft Fabric, including data science workspaces, notebooks, and machine learning tools.

There is no virtual machine to launch and no Microsoft Fabric subscription, live environment, or temporary cloud credentials to manage. The lab opens quickly in the browser, allowing learners to focus on practicing the targeted skills.

What Learners Can Practice

Depending on the exercises included in the course, learners may practice workflows related to:

• Creating and configuring Microsoft Fabric workspaces for data science projects
• Exploring and preparing data using Microsoft Fabric lakehouses
• Working with notebooks and Apache Spark for data analysis
• Cleaning and transforming datasets for machine learning
• Exploring data patterns and relationships through data analysis
• Training machine learning models using Microsoft Fabric
• Using MLflow to track experiments and manage machine learning models
• Evaluating model performance using appropriate metrics
• Comparing and refining machine learning models
• Generating predictions using trained models
• Exploring batch scoring and prediction workflows
• Navigating Microsoft Fabric and following common data science and machine learning workflows

Why Choose a Helix Software-Defined Lab?

Learn by Doing

Reinforce technical concepts through interactive exercises instead of passive instruction alone.

Practice Authentic Workflows

Complete tasks modeled on the interfaces, terminology, and processes used by data scientists and machine learning professionals working with Microsoft Fabric.

Start in the Browser

Access the learning environment without provisioning a virtual machine or connecting to a live Microsoft Fabric environment.

Practice Safely

Work through guided scenarios without changing or affecting live datasets, machine learning models, or production environments.

Repeat Important Tasks

Revisit targeted workflows in a consistent environment to strengthen familiarity and confidence.

Focus on the Learning Objective

Each experience is purpose-built around specific skills, helping learners concentrate on the tasks they need to master.

Who Is This Lab For?

This lab is designed for:

• Learners preparing for Microsoft DP-604 training
• Current or aspiring data scientists
• Machine learning professionals developing AI solutions
• Data analysts expanding their skills in predictive analytics
• Developers exploring machine learning with Microsoft Fabric
• Data engineers supporting data science and AI workloads
• Instructors adding interactive practice to their courses
• Training providers delivering scalable technical education
• Organizations building data science and machine learning capabilities across their teams

Software-Defined Labs and Live Labs

Helix supports different types of hands-on learning for different objectives.

Helix Software-Defined Labs provide focused, high-fidelity simulations for guided practice, repeatable exercises, and targeted skill development.

Helix Live Labs connect learners to real technology environments and support open-ended exploration, configuration, experimentation, and troubleshooting.

The two experiences are complementary. This product is a Software-Defined Lab delivered through simulation and does not provide access to a live Microsoft Fabric environment.

The Helix Learning Ecosystem

Helix brings together XtremeLabs’ hands-on learning solutions, including Software-Defined Labs and live virtual machine–based labs. Through Helix Labs and Helix Exchange, learners, instructors, training providers, and organizations can access practical learning experiences across Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Copilot, Windows, and other technologies.

One hands-on learning ecosystem. Multiple ways to practice. The right environment for every skill.

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

• High-fidelity Microsoft Fabric data science simulations
• Interactive, scenario-based exercises
• Browser-based access
• No live Microsoft Fabric environment required
• No virtual machine provisioning
• Safe, consistent learning experience
• Practice aligned with data science and machine learning workflows
• Designed for data scientists, machine learning professionals, and AI developers

Labs are available in English.