Microsoft Azure For Dummies by Jack A Hyman

The Essential Guide for Azure Beginners

As Microsoft’s Azure platform continues to grow in importance in the world of cloud computing, an increasing number of tech professionals are seeking to familiarize themselves with the ins and outs of this rapidly expanding platform. For those new to Azure, Microsoft Azure For Dummies serves as the must-have reference guide. In this book, you will embark on your journey into the realm of Azure, gaining knowledge about its core services, straight from a Microsoft expert.

This comprehensive guide covers all the essential Azure basics, from building a virtual network on Azure to launching and scaling applications, migrating existing services, and ensuring utmost security. With its user-friendly approach, Microsoft Azure For Dummies helps you grasp the fundamental concepts of Azure’s core services and, when you’re ready, equips you to delve into more advanced services.

Learn the fundamentals of cloud computing using Microsoft Azure and discover the array of services available to you

Build your cloud network and effortlessly migrate an existing network onto the Azure platform

Efficiently scale applications and fortify your security measures

In addition to the core Azure services, the updated and expanded Microsoft Azure For Dummies, 2nd Edition dives into data resources, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and collaboration, offering a comprehensive, beginner-friendly guide. Whether you’re an IT manager or a newcomer to the platform, this invaluable resource constitutes a simple-to-understand primer on Azure services.

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals: Full Course, Free Practice Tests, and Study Guides

Hey everyone, I’m Adam, a Microsoft Azure MVP and a senior cloud architect specializing in Azure. In this comprehensive article, I will guide you through the Azure fundamentals, which is the most important certification for beginners in Azure or cloud computing.

The Course Overview

In this article, I will cover the overview of the Azure fundamentals course and what is required to pass the exam and obtain the certification. This course is designed for individuals who are new to the cloud or those who want to learn more about Azure and its offerings.

Basic Information

The Azure fundamentals certification is suitable for beginners, so you don’t need to have an in-depth understanding of specific topics. It provides a basic overview of each cloud concept and service. There are no prerequisites to begin this course, as everything you need will be covered in the materials provided.

Course Sections

This course is divided into four major sections:

• Concepts of Azure
• Azure services, security, privacy, compliance, and trust
• Agile pricing and support

By thoroughly learning and understanding these sections, you will be ready to take the Microsoft Azure fundamentals exam (AZ-900) and earn your certification.

Exam Weight Distribution

Each section in the exam has a weight assigned to it, indicating the percentage of questions that will come from that specific section. In this case, the weight distribution is fairly equal, meaning that every section is of equal importance. To pass the exam, you need to have a good understanding of every single area covered.

Prepare for the Exam

Before starting your exam preparation, it is recommended to visit the Microsoft website for a high-level overview of the Azure fundamentals certification. This will provide you with information about the target audience and the skills that will be tested.

One valuable resource on the website is the skills measured section. Here, you can find all the modules that will be tested during the exam. You can also download the exam skills outline, which contains detailed information about the exam content.

Always check for any updates in the exam content. Microsoft may make changes, such as replacing certain terms or updating product names. It is crucial to be aware of these changes before taking the exam.

Course Materials

To assist you in your exam preparation, I have provided publicly available materials on my website: martok.io/AZ-900. On this website, you will find the full course content, including a path overview, navigation, module descriptions, and episode summaries.

Each episode is accompanied by a study guide, official Microsoft references, cheat sheets, and practice tests. The study guide and cheat sheets serve as offline references to reinforce what you have learned in each episode. The practice tests help you assess your knowledge and come with answer keys for reference.

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