Get started with IBM Cloud Pak for Data

Start building your data fabric solution in just a few clicks
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Ready to get started with IBM Cloud Pak for Data?

Here’s some help to set you on the path to success:

  •  Simple steps to register for your trial.
  •  Trial highlights detailing what you can expect. 
  •  Resources to guide you through the trial experience. 

Bookmark this page for help with signing up for the trial and accessing key links, including documentation, support, tutorials and more. 

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Get started in 3 simple steps
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Step 1: Select a region

When you arrive at the IBM Cloud® registration page, select a location between Dallas, Frankfurt, London or Tokyo, whichever is closest to you or where you plan to host your data and services.

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Step 2: Log in or sign up

If you have an existing IBM Cloud account, log in with your information. If not, you can create a free IBM Cloud account.

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Step 3: Start exploring

The data fabric automates common business use cases in data integration, governance, customer service and artificial intelligence (AI). Tutorials for each use case, complete with sample projects, are available to help you get started.

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Take the next step

Contact us and an IBM sales representative will answer your questions so you can jump-start your IBM Cloud Pak for Data journey. 

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