For many developers getting to grips with data science, artificial intelligence and machine learning can seem challenging with quite a steep learning curve. Whilst many of the advanced concepts do require a significant amount of learning, it is possible to make a start on this journey by getting to grips with the basic concepts of machine learning and understanding how algorithms can be trained using a suitable data set. Microsoft Azure provides a range of services and technologies that can be leveraged by people new to machine learning that will increase productivity and help to provide a gentler learning curve.