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Advanced CI/CD for Microsoft Fabric using DevOps
Build environments, deploy with a Python library and scripts, inject parameters per environment, configure service connections, run full pipelines, and apply production best practices.
In Advanced CI/CD for Microsoft Fabric using DevOps, Nick Lee shows you how to implement a production-ready deployment process for Fabric workspaces and artifacts using Azure DevOps. This course goes beyond basic publishing and manual promotion, focusing on repeatable, automated releases that support real teams, multiple environments, and controlled change. You’ll learn how to think about Fabric deployments as software delivery, source control, parameterization, validation, and lifecycle management.
You’ll build the entire pipeline step by step, starting with environment setup and moving into scripted deployments using a Fabric CI/CD Python library. Nick walks through writing deployment scripts, injecting environment-specific parameters, configuring Azure DevOps pipelines and service connections, and running full end-to-end deployments safely. By the end, you’ll have a clear blueprint for scalable Fabric CI/CD, including cleanup automation and best practices that help your team ship changes reliably in production.
Course Outline ( Free Preview)
Module 01 - Introduction
Nick sets the stage by explaining what “advanced” Fabric CI/CD looks like and why production teams need more than manual deployment steps. You’ll preview the architecture you’ll build, how environments will be managed, and how scripts and pipelines work together to deliver repeatable, controlled releases.
Module 02 - Building the Environment from Scratch
Start by creating a clean baseline environment that supports CI/CD. Nick walks through the foundational setup decisions that impact everything later, workspace strategy, naming, environment separation, and how to keep development, test, and production aligned without constant rework.
Module 03 - The Fabric-CICD Python Library13 min.
Learn how the Fabric-CICD Python library supports automated deployments by providing reusable building blocks. Nick explains what the library helps you do, how it fits into the overall solution, and what you need to know to use it confidently in real deployment workflows.
Module 04 - Writing the Python Deployment Script11 min.
Now you’ll write the core deployment script that drives automation. Nick walks through structuring the script, defining what gets deployed, and handling key steps like validation and reporting. This module is about building a deployment engine that’s readable, reliable, and easy to extend.
Module 05 - Parameter Injection and Environment Config38 min.
Make your deployments environment-aware by injecting parameters and configuration per target workspace. Nick shows how to separate code from configuration so you can promote the same artifacts across dev, test, and prod without manual edits. You’ll learn patterns that prevent configuration drift and reduce deployment mistakes.
Module 06 - Building the Azure DevOps Pipeline7 min.
Turn your script into a real CI/CD process with Azure DevOps. Nick walks through pipeline structure, stages, variables, and artifact handling so deployments run consistently and predictably. You’ll learn how to design pipelines that are clear, auditable, and easy for teams to maintain.
Module 07 - Authentication & Service Connections6 min.
Secure automation depends on the right authentication model. Nick explains service connections, identities, and permission considerations so your pipeline can deploy to Fabric safely. You’ll learn how to avoid common access issues and how to structure permissions with least privilege in mind.
Module 08 - Running the Full Deployment Pipeline3 min.
Bring everything together and run an end-to-end deployment. Nick shows what to watch during execution, how to interpret logs, and how to validate that artifacts landed correctly. This module helps you move from “it runs” to “it’s trustworthy” by confirming success with repeatable checks.
Module 09 - Automatic Artifact Cleanup and Lifecycle Management7 min.
Production pipelines need lifecycle control, not just deployment. Nick covers cleanup automation for old or unused artifacts, strategies for controlling drift, and maintaining orderly environments over time. You’ll learn how to keep Fabric workspaces clean so CI/CD remains reliable as projects evolve.
Module 10 - CI/CD Best Practices for Production9 min.
Wrap up with production-grade best practices that make CI/CD sustainable. Nick covers promotion strategy, approvals, rollback planning, monitoring, governance, and documentation patterns. You’ll leave with a clear checklist for operating Fabric CI/CD in real teams without creating fragile pipelines.
Nick has been a dedicated trainer and consultant since 2018, leveraging his extensive experience working with major companies, including Fortune 200 corporations, professional sports organizations, government entities, and leading firms in the finance and healthcare sectors. With a specialized focus on Power BI and data engineering, Nick has consistently demonstrated his ability to drive data-driven decision-making and optimize business processes. His commitment to excellence and his in-depth technical expertise have made him a trusted advisor and sought-after expert in the industry.
