Migrating to Microsoft Teams from Pluralsight

Get ready to seamlessly transition from Skype for Business Server to Microsoft Teams. This course will teach you how to migrate and improve Microsoft unified communication infrastructure.

Many organizations worldwide still use Skype for Business Server as their primary communication platform. However, as Microsoft has announced the end of support for Skype for Business Server, organizations need to migrate to a new communication platform, such as Microsoft Teams, to continue to meet the demands of their users. In this course, Migrating to Microsoft Teams, you'll learn to successfully migrate from Skype for Business Server to Microsoft Teams. First, you'll explore identifying the major types of sources you could be migrating from and the prerequisites required before migrating. Next, you'll delve into analyzing your on-premises infrastructure, planning your SFB to Teams migration, and doing the migration and related configurations. Finally, you'll discover how to migrate from Slack to Microsoft Teams, using Microsoft-provided guidance and comparing information architecture changes. When you're finished with this course, you'll have the skills and knowledge of migrating to Microsoft Teams needed to improve your organization's communication and collaboration.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Plan Your Migration to Microsoft Teams

Identify Prerequisites before a Teams Migration

Migrating from Skype for Business Server to Microsoft Teams

Doing the Migration and Related Configurations

Migrating from Slack to Microsoft Teams

General Advice on Third-party Tools

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Teaches learners the steps to take to successfully migrate from Skype for Business Server to Microsoft Teams

Examines the information architecture changes involved in migrating from Slack to Microsoft Teams

Suitable for organizations looking to upgrade their communication infrastructure from Skype for Business Server to Microsoft Teams

Appropriate for individuals responsible for managing and maintaining communication and collaboration systems within organizations

Prerequisites for migration, such as analyzing on-premises infrastructure and planning the migration process are covered

Taught by Naveed Tauhid, an experienced instructor in Microsoft unified communication infrastructure

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Migrating to Microsoft Teams with these activities:

Review the basics of Microsoft Teams

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Prepare for the course by reviewing the basics of Microsoft Teams, including its features and functionalities.

Browse courses on Microsoft Teams

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Explore Microsoft Teams documentation
Watch tutorial videos on Microsoft Teams

Develop a migration plan

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Apply the knowledge gained in the course by creating a migration plan that outlines the steps and resources required for your organization's migration from Skype for Business to Microsoft Teams.

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Identify the scope and objectives of your migration
Assess your current Skype for Business environment
Design the migration architecture and timeline
Identify potential risks and mitigation strategies

Compile a resource library

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Organize and expand your knowledge by compiling a collection of resources related to Microsoft Teams.

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Identify relevant articles, tutorials, and documentation
Organize the resources into a structured library

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Join an online community or forum

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Connect with other professionals to share knowledge, ask questions, and stay up-to-date on the latest developments related to Microsoft Teams.

Browse courses on Online Communities

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Identify relevant online communities or forums
Join the community and participate in discussions

Contribute to the Microsoft Teams community

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Enhance your understanding by contributing to the Microsoft Teams open-source community.

Browse courses on Open Source Projects

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Find a project to contribute to
Follow the project's contribution guidelines
Submit your contribution for review

Career center

Learners who complete Migrating to Microsoft Teams will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Collaboration Engineer

Collaboration Engineers design, implement, and manage collaboration solutions. They work with clients to understand their business needs and develop solutions that meet those needs. Migrating to Microsoft Teams is a valuable course for Collaboration Engineers who are looking to improve their organization's communication and collaboration infrastructure. The course provides a comprehensive overview of the migration process, from planning and preparation to execution and post-migration support. Collaboration Engineers who take this course will gain the skills and knowledge they need to successfully migrate their organization to Microsoft Teams.

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IT Manager

IT Managers are responsible for the planning, implementation, and maintenance of computer systems and networks within an organization. They oversee the day-to-day operations of IT departments and ensure that all systems are running smoothly and efficiently. Migrating to Microsoft Teams is a valuable course for IT Managers who are looking to improve their organization's communication and collaboration infrastructure. The course provides a comprehensive overview of the migration process, from planning and preparation to execution and post-migration support. IT Managers who take this course will gain the skills and knowledge they need to successfully migrate their organization to Microsoft Teams.

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Systems Administrator

Systems Administrators are responsible for the installation, configuration, and maintenance of computer systems and software. They ensure that all systems are running smoothly and efficiently and that all users have access to the resources they need. Migrating to Microsoft Teams is a valuable course for Systems Administrators who are looking to improve their organization's communication and collaboration infrastructure. The course provides a comprehensive overview of the migration process, from planning and preparation to execution and post-migration support. Systems Administrators who take this course will gain the skills and knowledge they need to successfully migrate their organization to Microsoft Teams.

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IT Architect

IT Architects design and develop IT systems and infrastructure. They work with clients to understand their business needs and develop solutions that meet those needs. Migrating to Microsoft Teams is a valuable course for IT Architects who are looking to improve their organization's communication and collaboration infrastructure. The course provides a comprehensive overview of the migration process, from planning and preparation to execution and post-migration support. IT Architects who take this course will gain the skills and knowledge they need to successfully migrate their organization to Microsoft Teams.

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IT Support Specialist

IT Support Specialists provide technical support to users of computer systems and software. They troubleshoot problems, answer questions, and provide training. Migrating to Microsoft Teams is a valuable course for IT Support Specialists who are looking to improve their organization's communication and collaboration infrastructure. The course provides a comprehensive overview of the migration process, from planning and preparation to execution and post-migration support. IT Support Specialists who take this course will gain the skills and knowledge they need to successfully migrate their organization to Microsoft Teams.

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IT Project Manager

IT Project Managers lead and manage IT projects. They are responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects within scope, on time, and within budget. Migrating to Microsoft Teams is a valuable course for IT Project Managers who are looking to improve their organization's communication and collaboration infrastructure. The course provides a comprehensive overview of the migration process, from planning and preparation to execution and post-migration support. IT Project Managers who take this course will gain the skills and knowledge they need to successfully migrate their organization to Microsoft Teams.

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IT Consultant

IT Consultants provide consulting services to organizations on how to improve their IT systems and infrastructure. They work with clients to understand their business needs and develop solutions that meet those needs. Migrating to Microsoft Teams is a valuable course for IT Consultants who are looking to improve their organization's communication and collaboration infrastructure. The course provides a comprehensive overview of the migration process, from planning and preparation to execution and post-migration support. IT Consultants who take this course will gain the skills and knowledge they need to successfully migrate their organization to Microsoft Teams.

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Network Administrator

Network Administrators are responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of computer networks. They ensure that all network devices are functioning properly and that all users have access to the resources they need. Migrating to Microsoft Teams is a valuable course for Network Administrators who are looking to improve their organization's communication and collaboration infrastructure. The course provides a comprehensive overview of the migration process, from planning and preparation to execution and post-migration support. Network Administrators who take this course will gain the skills and knowledge they need to successfully migrate their organization to Microsoft Teams.

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Communications Manager

Communications Managers are responsible for the planning, implementation, and maintenance of an organization's communication systems. They oversee the day-to-day operations of communication departments and ensure that all systems are running smoothly and efficiently. Migrating to Microsoft Teams is a valuable course for Communications Managers who are looking to improve their organization's communication and collaboration infrastructure. The course provides a comprehensive overview of the migration process, from planning and preparation to execution and post-migration support. Communications Managers who take this course will gain the skills and knowledge they need to successfully migrate their organization to Microsoft Teams.

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Unified Communications Engineer

Unified Communications Engineers design, implement, and manage unified communications solutions. They work with clients to understand their business needs and develop solutions that meet those needs. Migrating to Microsoft Teams is a valuable course for Unified Communications Engineers who are looking to improve their organization's communication and collaboration infrastructure. The course provides a comprehensive overview of the migration process, from planning and preparation to execution and post-migration support. Unified Communications Engineers who take this course will gain the skills and knowledge they need to successfully migrate their organization to Microsoft Teams.

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Cloud Engineer

Cloud Engineers design, implement, and manage cloud computing solutions. They work with clients to understand their business needs and develop solutions that meet those needs. Migrating to Microsoft Teams is a valuable course for Cloud Engineers who are looking to improve their organization's communication and collaboration infrastructure. The course provides a comprehensive overview of the migration process, from planning and preparation to execution and post-migration support. Cloud Engineers who take this course will gain the skills and knowledge they need to successfully migrate their organization to Microsoft Teams.

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators design, implement, and maintain databases. They work with clients to understand their business needs and develop solutions that meet those needs. Migrating to Microsoft Teams may be a useful course for Database Administrators who are looking to improve their organization's communication and collaboration infrastructure. The course provides a comprehensive overview of the migration process, from planning and preparation to execution and post-migration support.

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Computer Programmer

Computer Programmers write and maintain code for software applications. They work with clients to understand their business needs and develop solutions that meet those needs. Migrating to Microsoft Teams may be a useful course for Computer Programmers who are looking to improve their organization's communication and collaboration infrastructure. The course provides a comprehensive overview of the migration process, from planning and preparation to execution and post-migration support.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers create and maintain documentation for software applications and IT systems. They work with clients to understand their business needs and develop solutions that meet those needs. Migrating to Microsoft Teams may be a useful course for Technical Writers who are looking to improve their organization's communication and collaboration infrastructure. The course provides a comprehensive overview of the migration process, from planning and preparation to execution and post-migration support.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain software applications. They work with clients to understand their business needs and develop solutions that meet those needs. Migrating to Microsoft Teams may be a useful course for Software Engineers who are looking to improve their organization's communication and collaboration infrastructure. The course provides a comprehensive overview of the migration process, from planning and preparation to execution and post-migration support.

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