Microsoft Learn

Microsoft Learn is a library of technical documentation and training for end users, developers, and IT professionals who work with Microsoft products. Microsoft Learn was introduced in September 2018.^[1] In 2022, Microsoft Docs, the technical documentation library that had replaced MSDN and TechNet in 2016, was moved to Microsoft Learn.^[2][3]

Microsoft Learn

Type of site	Knowledge base
Available in	Multiple languages
Area served	Worldwide
Owner	Microsoft
URL	learn.microsoft.com
IPv6 support	Yes
Commercial	Yes
Registration	Optional
Launched	September 26, 2018; 6 years ago (2018-09-26)
Current status	Online

Structure and features

The site's information is organized into seven topic areas:

Documentation

Originally the separate site Microsoft Docs,^[2] this area contains a library of technical instructions and specifications for Microsoft's products. It is organized into over 60 groups based on product or technology, such as .NET, SQL Server, Visual Studio, and Windows.

Training

This area contains online training modules and courses organized into three areas: Training Paths, Career Paths, and Student Hub. Modules and courses consist of a series of articles that include exercises and are available in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. Examples of modules and courses include Introduction to Git, Write your first C# code, and Explore Azure Pipelines.

Credentials

This area provides information and resources for obtaining Microsoft Certifications and Applied Skills: ways to show objective proof of knowledge and skill in using Microsoft products for career advancement. Available certifications include: Microsoft Certified Educator and Microsoft 365 Certified Administrator Expert

Q&A

This is a forum for asking and answering questions about Microsoft products and technologies.

Code samples

Originally the separate site MSDN Gallery,^[4] this is a repository of community-authored code samples and projects. Articles containing code samples are organized by product or programming language.

Assessments

This area provides free self-service online evaluations of business strategies and workloads in administering Microsoft Azure deployments.

Shows

This is a repository of video programs that cover various topics concerning Microsoft products and technologies.