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Understanding Microsoft Azure

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Learn about the power of Microsoft Azure and cloud computing software to help you improve your data engineering skills.

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Course Description

Begin your cloud certification journey with Azure

This introductory course is the first step on your path toward Microsoft’s Azure Fundamentals certification (AZ-900). Whether you're new to cloud computing or an IT professional expanding your knowledge, this course will provide a solid foundation in Azure's core services and management principles. It is designed to introduce you to key AZ-900 topics, setting you up for success as you continue your learning journey.

Discover the key building blocks in Azure

Dive into Azure’s Compute offerings by understanding the building blocks it takes to deliver a data solution. Cover topics such as Virtual Machines, Containers, and Kubernetes before moving on to other services such as Storage and Data Processing solutions.

Master Azure management essentials

Finally, you’ll discover how to utilize Azure’s robust suite of tools and services to safeguard data, adhere to compliance, and ensure consistent deployment practices and hiccup-free migrations.

This includes diving into services such as Azure’s Resource Manager, Security Centre, and Policy tools. You’ll also learn how companies manage the costs associated with cloud platforms.
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Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

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    Introduction to Azure Services

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    Discover Azure's core essentials and its vast ecosystem. Begin your journey by understanding what Microsoft Azure is and what it offers. Get an overview of Azure’s core components and learn about the different services provided by Azure.

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    Introduction to Microsoft Azure
    50 xp
    Navigating Azure's services
    100 xp
    Benefits of cloud services
    100 xp
    Choosing the right storage option
    50 xp
    Azure's core components
    50 xp
    Identity and access management
    50 xp
    Creating a virtual machine
    100 xp
    Resource Categorization
    100 xp
    Azure services overview
    50 xp
    Who is responsible?
    50 xp
    Analytics vs AI/ML
    100 xp
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Understanding Cloud Computing
Kevin James HeadshotKevin James

Technical Lead and Training Architect

Kevin is a seasoned technologist with decades of experience in information technology roles across diverse industries, including entertainment, telecommunications, finance, retail, hospitality, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, government, and consulting. He holds certifications in various products and operating systems and has worked with cloud platforms like AWS and Azure for over ten years.
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  • Nermin G.
    about 21 hours

    very well-structured course, very well delivered and using a very balanced technical language

  • Edgar M.
    16 days

    Beautiful course, I expect to apply what I learned in the future.

  • SYUAN W.
    about 1 month

    Very informative course ! The instructor provided clear explanations and the exercises help solidify my understanding.

  • Izhar N.
    about 2 months

    Awesome course

  • Ezemonye O.
    about 2 months

    The hands on practice was the game changer.

"very well-structured course, very well delivered and using a very balanced technical language"

Nermin G.

"Beautiful course, I expect to apply what I learned in the future."

Edgar M.

"Very informative course ! The instructor provided clear explanations and the exercises help solidify my understanding."

SYUAN W.

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