Azure Fundamentals Training (AZ-900)

Start your Microsoft Azure journey with this comprehensive 2-day introduction to cloud computing and Azure services. Learn cloud concepts, core Azure services, security, compliance, and Azure pricing models while preparing for the Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) certification.

Training Details


Duration	2 days (16 hours)
Level	Beginner
Delivery	In-person, Live online, Hybrid
Certification	Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Who Is This For?

Individuals new to cloud computing and Microsoft Azure
Business stakeholders evaluating Azure for their organization
Technical professionals exploring Azure career paths
Project managers and product owners working with Azure teams
Anyone preparing for the Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) certification

Learning Outcomes

After completing this training, you’ll be able to:

Explain cloud computing concepts and Azure’s value proposition
Describe Azure compute, networking, storage, and database services
Understand Azure identity, access, and security features
Explain Azure governance, compliance, and cost management
Describe Azure management and monitoring tools
Make informed decisions about Azure service selection

Detailed Agenda

Day 1: Cloud Concepts and Core Azure Services

Module 1: Cloud Computing Fundamentals

Cloud computing definition and benefits
Cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
Cloud deployment models (public, private, hybrid)
Azure global infrastructure and geographies
Hands-on: Navigate the Azure portal

Module 2: Azure Compute Services

Azure Virtual Machines and VM Scale Sets
Azure App Service for web applications
Azure Container Instances and Azure Kubernetes Service
Azure Functions for serverless computing
Hands-on: Create and configure virtual machines

Module 3: Azure Networking Services

Virtual Networks (VNets) and subnets
Azure VPN Gateway and ExpressRoute
Azure Load Balancer and Application Gateway
Azure DNS and Traffic Manager
Hands-on: Create virtual network and deploy resources

Module 4: Azure Storage Services

Azure Blob Storage and storage tiers
Azure Files and Azure Disk Storage
Storage redundancy options
Azure Backup and disaster recovery
Hands-on: Create storage accounts and upload data

Day 2: Security, Management, and Azure Ecosystem

Module 5: Azure Database Services

Azure SQL Database and Azure SQL Managed Instance
Azure Cosmos DB for NoSQL
Azure Database for MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MariaDB
Database migration strategies
Hands-on: Create Azure SQL Database

Module 6: Azure Identity and Security

Microsoft Entra ID (Azure Active Directory)
Azure role-based access control (RBAC)
Azure Security Center and Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Azure Key Vault for secrets management
Hands-on: Configure users and RBAC permissions

Module 7: Azure Governance and Compliance

Azure Policy for resource governance
Resource tags for organization
Azure Blueprints for environment setup
Compliance and regulatory standards
Hands-on: Apply policies and tags

Module 8: Azure Cost Management and Monitoring

Azure pricing and purchasing options
Azure Cost Management and Billing
Resource cost optimization strategies
Azure Monitor and Application Insights
Hands-on: Set up cost alerts and monitoring

Prerequisites

Basic understanding of IT concepts and terminology
Familiarity with web browsers and general technology
No prior Azure or cloud experience required

Delivery Formats

Format	Description
In-Person	On-site at your company’s location, hands-on with direct interaction
Live Online	Interactive virtual sessions with screen sharing and real-time labs
Hybrid	Combination of on-site and remote sessions, flexible scheduling

All formats include hands-on labs, course materials, exam preparation resources, and post-training support.