Exciting News: Join the Beta for the Must Learn KQL Mobile App!
Because Your Data Won't Query Itself... Unless It's Feeling Particularly Sassy Today!
If you’ve been following my “Must Learn KQL” series, you know how passionate I am about making Kusto Query Language (KQL) accessible and fun for security pros, data analysts, and IT admins. After the hugely successful launch of the desktop app (check it out HERE if you haven’t already), I’m thrilled to announce that we’re taking things mobile!
We’re now opening up beta testing for the Must Learn KQL mobile app, designed specifically for iOS devices. This isn’t just a port—it’s a fully interactive experience built from the ground up to help you master KQL on the go. Whether you’re querying logs in Microsoft Sentinel, diving into Azure Data Explorer, or analyzing data in Log Analytics, this app will guide you from beginner basics to advanced techniques.
A huge shoutout to my co-developer, Toby G. (you may know him as Noodle - the person who manages and moderates THE Security Insights Show’s Discord channel), who’s been handling the heavy lifting on this project. His expertise has been instrumental in bringing this vision to life.
Why Join the Beta?
We need your help to polish this app before its official release. Beta testing will run for about 3-4 weeks, giving us plenty of time to gather feedback, squash bugs, and refine features. If you’re interested in getting early access and contributing to something that could transform how people learn KQL, sign up via TestFlight HERE. Spots are limited, so hop on board soon!
What Makes the Must Learn KQL Mobile App Special?
Based directly on my popular “Must Learn KQL” series, the app offers a structured, engaging path to KQL mastery. Here’s a breakdown of the key features:
21 Interactive Lessons
Three Difficulty Levels: Start with Beginner for fundamentals like basic operators and filtering, move to Intermediate for more complex queries, and tackle Advanced topics to become a true KQL expert.
Interactive Examples: Every code snippet is tappable—run it instantly in Practice mode to see results in real-time.
Bookmarks: Save your favorite lessons for quick reference.
Search: Easily find topics by title or content.
Progress Tracking: Visualize your journey with completion markers for each lesson.
Live Query Practice
Query Editor: Enjoy KQL syntax highlighting for easier coding.
Run Against Real Data: Test queries on Microsoft’s demo cluster or connect to your own Azure environment.
Results Table: Features sticky headers, pagination, and smooth scrolling for handling large datasets.
Keyboard Shortcuts: Quick-insert common operators like pipe (|), where, project, and summarise.
Query History: Review, bookmark, and re-run past queries.
Offline Cache: Access previous results even without an internet connection.
Quizzes
Lesson-Specific Tests: Multiple-choice questions to reinforce what you’ve learned.
Instant Feedback: Get explanations for every answer to accelerate your understanding.
Score Tracking: Monitor your progress and retake quizzes to improve.
Progress & Achievements
Points System: Earn points for completing lessons and acing quizzes.
Achievement Badges: Unlock badges for milestones like finishing a difficulty level.
Daily Streaks: Build habits with streak tracking.
Daily Goals: Set personalized targets to stay motivated.
iCloud Sync: Your progress seamlessly syncs across all your Apple devices.
Game Center Integration
Leaderboards: Compete globally or with friends to see who’s the top KQL querier.
Achievements: Earn badges for in-app milestones.
Challenges: Send challenges to friends and battle for the highest scores.
Customization Options
Daily Reminders: Schedule notifications to fit your routine.
Azure Integration: Securely connect to your clusters using Azure AD authentication.
Export/Import: Backup and restore your progress as JSON files for peace of mind.
The app’s interface is sleek and intuitive, with a dark mode-friendly design that’s easy on the eyes during late-night query sessions. Here’s a glimpse of what it looks like in action:
And check out these preview screens showing lessons, query practice, and more:
Get Involved and Shape the Future of KQL Learning
This app is all about empowering you to query like a pro, anytime, anywhere. By joining the beta, you’ll not only get a head start but also play a key role in making it even better. Feedback on usability, features, or any quirks you spot will be invaluable.
Head over to the TestFlight link NOW and let’s make Must Learn KQL mobile a game-changer. Questions? Drop them in the comments or hit me up on X (@rodtrent).
Thanks for your support—let’s query on!