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Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Certification and Beyond

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Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Certification and Beyond

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

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1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Understand core cloud computing concepts and their application in Azure

  • Master Azure's key services, deployment methods, and management tools

  • Implement security, identity, and governance strategies effectively

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April 2026

Assessments

10 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 10 modules in this course

In this section, we explore cloud computing fundamentals, Azure service models, and the shared responsibility model to build a foundation for real-world deployment and certification readiness.

What's included

2 videos9 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore cloud computing benefits, operations, and economics, focusing on availability, scalability, elasticity, and pricing models.

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1 video5 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore Azure's core architectural components, including regions, availability zones, resource groups, subscriptions, and management groups, to build a foundation for scalable and secure cloud solutions.

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1 video8 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore Azure's core resources, focusing on compute, networking, and storage to build foundational knowledge for real-world cloud deployment and management.

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1 video16 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore Azure identity and access management, focusing on authentication methods, Microsoft Entra ID, and role-based access control (RBAC) for secure resource management.

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1 video4 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore Azure security architecture, Zero Trust, and Defense-in-Depth models, along with Microsoft Defender for Cloud to enhance cloud security practices.

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1 video4 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore Azure cost management strategies, pricing calculators, and TCO tools to optimize cloud spending and control resource expenses effectively.

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1 video3 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore Azure governance and compliance, focusing on Azure Policy, resource locks, and tags for effective resource management and security.

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1 video3 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore Azure resource deployment and management using ARM templates, Azure Policy, and resource locks. Key concepts include governance, compliance, and efficient resource control through Azure tools.

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1 video4 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore Azure monitoring tools like Azure Monitor, Azure Advisor, and Azure Service Health to track resources, optimize performance, and manage alerts effectively.

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1 video3 readings1 assignment

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