AZ-104 - Microsoft Azure Administrator Certification

Learn how to manage and monitor Azure services with detailed, hands-on demonstrations designed for administrators. Prepare to take, and pass, the Microsoft Azure AZ-104 exam through structured sections, modules, and practical labs. Develop a comprehensive understanding of core Azure services, governance, and management, with real-world scenarios that equip you to handle the day-to-day responsibilities of an Azure Administrator confidently.

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What You Will Learn

Azure Setup & Administration

Master the core tasks of Azure administration, including using Azure PowerShell and CLI to manage resources. Set up and manage accounts, subscriptions, and Azure Active Directory (AD) identity objects. Implement governance and policies to secure and maintain compliance across your Azure environment.

Networking, Monitoring, and Backup

Design and implement robust network architectures for your Azure environment. Learn how to monitor performance, detect threats, and optimize your infrastructure using Azure tools like Azure Monitor and Network Watcher. Deploy and manage backup solutions to ensure data protection and disaster recovery readiness.

Infrastructure and Application Management

Manage Azure resources efficiently by deploying and configuring various storage types and virtual machines (VMs) tailored to specific workloads. Automate resource deployment using Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, run containerized applications for optimized performance, and configure scalable web apps.

Join the Refactored Community

Connect with fellow students and industry professionals through the Refactored community, where you can share insights, collaborate on challenges, and expand your Azure expertise.

Prerequisites

Participants are expected to have a foundational understanding of Azure services and general technology concepts, including networking, storage, computing, and virtualization. Familiarity with PowerShell, Azure CLI, and basic IT knowledge is recommended. Prior experience with Azure is helpful but not required.

Who Should Enroll

IT professionals responsible for managing Azure environments.

System administrators seeking to deepen their Azure expertise.

DevOps engineers focused on infrastructure as code and automation in Azure.

Individuals looking to pursue a career as an Azure administrator.

Course Format

The course includes interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and practice exams. Delivered digitally, it offers a blend of online self-paced learning, real-world scenarios, and practical demos. Most students complete the course within 3-4 weeks, depending on their pace.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course and passing the AZ-104 exam via a Microsoft Testing center, participants will earn the Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate certification. This certification validates their ability to manage Azure resources, implement security, and monitor Azure environments.

Last Updated 07 / 2024

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Created By Nick Colyer

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Course Curriculum

  Course Introduction
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  Accounts and Subscription Overview
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  Manage Azure AD Objects
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  Subscriptions and Governance
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  Role-based Access Controls (RBAC)
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  Storage
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  Virtual Machines (VMs)
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  Azure Resource Manager (ARM) Templates
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  Containers
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  App Services
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  Networking
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  Monitoring
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  Backup
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