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This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. MicroStrategy Architecture Essentials provides an in-depth understanding of MicroStrategy’s platform and key components. You'll gain skills to design and implement schemas, projects, and dashboards within the MicroStrategy environment. The course begins with a foundational overview of the system’s architecture, including its tier structure and metadata repository. You will then progress to creating and managing projects, developing schemas using the Star Schema model, and building interactive reports. By the end of the course, you'll be equipped with the practical experience needed to apply your knowledge in real-world business intelligence scenarios. This course is perfect for those seeking to deepen their MicroStrategy expertise and advance their BI skills.

Syllabus

Introduction

In this module, we will introduce the course, providing an overview of what to expect. We will explore the learning objectives and familiarize you with your instructor. This section sets the stage for the course and prepares you for the journey ahead.

Module 2: MicroStrategy Architecture Overview

In this module, we will explore the MicroStrategy architecture, covering its key components like the tiered architecture and metadata repository. You will gain insights into the schema's role and how it connects to various objects within the platform. This section provides a foundational understanding of MicroStrategy’s architecture.

Module 3: Project & Schema Development in MicroStrategy Workstation

In this module, we will focus on hands-on development in MicroStrategy Workstation. We will guide you through creating a new project, importing data, and structuring the schema. You'll also gain practical experience by building a sample report and dashboard to test your schema.

Module 4: Project & Schema Development in MicroStrategy Developer

In this module, we will delve into the development features of MicroStrategy Developer. You will learn how to create and manage schema objects, gaining practical skills for project development. This section builds upon previous knowledge to enhance your proficiency in using the developer tool.

Module 5: Conclusion

In this final module, we will summarize the course, reviewing the key concepts and skills learned. We will discuss the next steps and how you can continue to advance your knowledge in MicroStrategy. This section offers a final overview and prepares you for applying what you've learned in real-world scenarios.