Microsoft Azure Training
In the rapidly evolving landscape of cloud computing, Microsoft Azure distinguishes itself from Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) with a comprehensive suite of services, encompassing nearly two dozen categories.
To support users in navigating this extensive array of services, Microsoft offers robust training and certification programs tailored to various roles and skill levels. The training is designed to be comprehensive, ensuring that both newcomers and seasoned professionals can effectively develop the skills needed to manage and utilise Azure's vast cloud computing capabilities.
Choosing the right Microsoft Azure certification is crucial for aligning with your expertise. This article examines all the Azure training that's available to help you confidently choose the right training for your needs.
AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Administrator
Our MAZ-104 course is designed for professionals who manage cloud services that span storage, security, networking, and compute capabilities within Microsoft Azure. It prepares you to pass the certification that validates your ability to implement, monitor, and maintain Microsoft Azure solutions, including major services related to compute, storage, network, and security. Therefore, it's ideal for Cloud Systems Administrators, however, it's essential to understand how this course compares to other Azure and cloud certifications to make an informed decision:
AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
The AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals certification is an entry-level credential designed for individuals new to cloud computing. It provides foundational knowledge of cloud concepts, Azure services, security, compliance, and pricing. This certification is ideal for professionals who want to understand the basics of cloud technology before progressing to more advanced Azure certifications. While it does not require technical experience, it serves as a stepping stone for roles in cloud administration, security, and development.
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Target Audience: Beginners new to Azure or cloud services
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Focus: Provides foundational knowledge of cloud concepts, core Azure services, and Azure management and governance features and tools
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Prerequisites: None; serves as an entry point for other Azure certifications
AZ-204: Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure
The AZ-204: Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure certification is tailored for professionals involved in designing, building, testing, and maintaining cloud applications and services. It validates expertise in developing Azure compute solutions, implementing security, integrating storage, and troubleshooting performance issues. This certification is best suited for software developers and cloud engineers looking to specialise in application development within Azure.
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Target Audience: Developers with experience in designing and building cloud solutions.
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Focus: Covers designing, building, testing, and maintaining cloud applications and services on Azure.
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Prerequisites: Proficiency in at least one cloud-supported programming language.
AZ-305: Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions
The AZ-305: Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions certification is intended for professionals who design and implement Azure solutions at an architectural level. It covers governance, networking, identity, business continuity, and hybrid/cloud integration. This certification is ideal for those aiming for roles such as Azure Solutions Architect, where the focus is on designing enterprise-scale cloud environments rather than day-to-day administration.
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Target Audience: IT professionals aiming to become Azure Solutions Architects.
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Focus: Emphasises designing infrastructure solutions, including governance, compute, application architecture, storage, data integration, authentication, networks, business continuity, and migrations.
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Prerequisites: Advanced experience and knowledge of IT operations, including networking, virtualisation, identity, security, business continuity, disaster recovery, data platforms, and governance.
Skilltec's Relevant Azure Courses
We offer comprehensive cloud computing training for AWS and Microsoft. We offer 18 Microsoft Azure courses designed to cover every aspect of Microsoft cloud computing. However, if you are looking at certifications for one of the paths above we can support you through one of the following courses:
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Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) Course: A one-day Azure basics course providing foundational knowledge on cloud concepts and core Azure services, suitable for all those interested in cloud computing and delivered by expert trainers online or at your location.
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Microsoft Azure Administrator (MAZ-104) Course: A comprehensive 4-day course covering the implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of Microsoft Azure solutions, our AZ-104 training ensures you can take the AZ104 certification with confidence.
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Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure (AZ-204) Course: Focused on designing and building cloud applications and services, our AZ204 course covers the entire certification curriculum over 5 days.
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Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions (AZ-305): Covers designing infrastructure solutions on Azure. Our 4-day AZ-305 course teaches Azure Solution Architects how to design governance and compute infrastructure solutions as well as application architecture.
Making the Right Choice
Selecting the appropriate certification depends on your current role, experience, and career objectives:
- Choose AZ-900 if you're new to Azure and need to grasp the basics. While not a prerequisite, AZ-900 offers a solid foundation for those planning to pursue AZ-104. It helps in understanding basic cloud concepts, which can be beneficial before diving into the more technical aspects of AZ-104
- Choose AZ-104 if you're aiming for expertise in Azure administration, focusing on managing cloud services. AZ-104's focus is infrastructure and operations.
- Choose AZ-204 if you're a developer looking to design and build cloud applications. AZ-204 is wholly development-focused.
- Choose AZ-305 if you're a solutions architect, or focusing on designing Azure infrastructure. AZ-305 is an expert-level certification focusing on design and architecture. Cloud computing professionals often pursue AZ-104 before advancing to AZ-305.
By aligning your certification path with your career goals, you can effectively position yourself for success in the evolving field of cloud computing.
