Practice Extending Microsoft 365 Copilot Through High-Fidelity Simulation

The MS-4022 Helix Software-Defined Lab gives learners an interactive way to practice extending and customizing Microsoft 365 Copilot using Microsoft Copilot Studio directly in their browser.

Learners complete realistic, carefully designed exercises covering agent creation, customization, knowledge sources, conversational topics, actions, and testing. High-fidelity screens, interactive hotspots, and responsive interface elements closely recreate key experiences within Microsoft Copilot Studio and its integration with Microsoft 365 Copilot.

There is no virtual machine to launch and no Microsoft 365 Copilot license, live environment, or temporary 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 agents to extend Microsoft 365 Copilot
• Customizing agent behavior and conversational experiences
• Adding and managing knowledge sources to provide relevant information
• Configuring topics, triggers, and conversational flows
• Using instructions and generative AI capabilities to refine agent responses
• Exploring actions and integrations to extend agent functionality
• Connecting agents to organizational information and supported services
• Testing and refining agent responses and behavior
• Preparing agents for publishing and use within Microsoft 365 Copilot
• Navigating Microsoft Copilot Studio and following common agent development 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 to extend Microsoft 365 Copilot through Microsoft Copilot Studio.

Start in the Browser

Access the learning environment without provisioning a virtual machine or connecting to a live Microsoft 365 Copilot or Copilot Studio environment.

Practice Safely

Work through guided scenarios without changing or affecting live agents, organizational data, 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 MS-4022 training
• IT professionals extending Microsoft 365 Copilot capabilities
• Developers and solution builders creating custom Copilot experiences
• Microsoft 365 administrators exploring Copilot customization
• Power Platform professionals working with Microsoft Copilot Studio
• Instructors adding interactive practice to their courses
• Training providers delivering scalable technical education
• Organizations expanding Microsoft 365 Copilot 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 365 Copilot or Microsoft Copilot Studio 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 Copilot Studio simulations
• Interactive, scenario-based exercises
• Browser-based access
• No live Microsoft 365 Copilot environment required
• No virtual machine provisioning
• Safe, consistent learning experience
• Practice aligned with Microsoft 365 Copilot extensibility and agent development skills
• Designed for IT professionals, developers, and Microsoft 365 administrators

Labs are available in English.