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Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator (AZ-104)

Become a Certified Azure Administrator (AZ-104) mastering Azure Services, Security, Governance and much more, and get yourself ready for a Cloud Management career.

course: Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator (AZ-104)

Duration: 4 days

Format: Virtual or Classroom

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Overview

The AZ-104 certification exam validates your skills as a Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate. This training prepares you for a successful career in cloud administration, covering topics such as managing Azure identities, securing resources, and implementing storage solutions. Achieving this certification boosts your career by demonstrating your proficiency in Azure Administration and opens doors to exciting opportunities in the cloud computing domain.

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Who is this course for?

Who is the Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator (AZ-104) training course for?

The Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator (AZ-104) certification is designed for IT professionals who are responsible for managing and monitoring Microsoft Azure services, including compute, storage, network, and security. The certification is ideal for individuals who have experience with Azure administration and want to validate their skills and knowledge in this area. The AZ-104 certification covers various topics related to Azure administration, such as Azure subscriptions and resources management, implementing and managing storage solutions, configuring and managing virtual networking, managing Azure identities and governance, and managing Azure compute resources. The course teaches you how to deploy, manage, and monitor Azure services and how to implement best practices for Azure administration.

Curriculum

What you will learn during our AZ-104 Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator course.

  • create users and groups
  • create administrative units
  • manage user and group properties
  • manage device settings
  • perform bulk user updates
  • manage guest accounts
  • configure Azure AD join
  • configure selfservice password reset
  • create a custom role
  • provide access to Azure resources by assigning roles at different scopes
  • interpret access assignments
  • configure Azure policies
  • configure resource locks
  • apply and manage tags on resources
  • manage resource groups
  • manage subscriptions
  • manage costs
  • configure management groups
  • configure network access to storage accounts
  • create and configure storage accounts
  • generate shared access signature (SAS) tokens
  • manage access key
  • configure Azure AD authentication for a storage account
  • configure access to Azure Files
  • export from Azure job
  • import into Azure job
  • install and use Azure Storage Explorer
  • copy data by using AZCopy
  • implement Azure Storage replication
  • configure blob object replication
  • create an Azure file share
  • create and configure Azure File Sync service
  • configure Azure Blob Storage
  • configure storage tiers
  • configure blob lifecycle management
  • modify an Azure Resource Manager template
  • configure a virtual hard disk (VHD) template
  • deploy from a template
  • save a deployment as an Azure Resource Manager template
  • deploy virtual machine extensions
  • configure Azure Disk Encryption
  • move VMs from one resource group to another
  • manage VM sizes
  • add data disks
  • configure networking
  • redeploy VMs
  • configure high availability
  • deploy and configure scale sets
  • configure sizing and scaling for Azure Container Instances
  • configure container groups for Azure Container Instances
  • configure storage for Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
  • configure scaling for AKS
  • configure network connections for AKS
  • upgrade an AKS cluster
  • create an App Service plan
  • configure scaling settings in an App Service plan
  • create an App Service
  • secure an App Service
  • configure custom domain names
  • configure backup for an App Service
  • configure networking settings
  • configure deployment settings
  • create and configure virtual networks, including peering
  • configure private and public IP addresses
  • configure userdefined network routes
  • implement subnets
  • configure endpoints on subnets
  • configure private endpoints
  • configure Azure DNS, including custom DNS settings and private or public DNS zones
  • create security rules
  • associate a network security group (NSG) to a subnet or network interface
  • evaluate effective security rules
  • implement Azure Firewall
  • implement Azure Bastion
  • configure Azure Application Gateway
  • configure an internal or public load balancer
  • troubleshoot load balancing
  • monitor onpremises connectivity
  • configure and use Azure Monitor for Networks
  • use Azure Network Watcher
  • troubleshoot external networking
  • troubleshoot virtual network connectivity
  • create and configure Azure VPN Gateway
  • create and configure Azure ExpressRoute
  • configure Azure Virtual WAN
  • configure and interpret metrics
  • configure Azure Monitor logs
  • query and analyze logs
  • set up alerts and actions
  • configure Application Insights
  • create a Recovery Services vault
  • create and configure backup policy
  • perform backup and restore operations by using Azure Backup
  • perform sitetosite recovery by using Azure Site Recovery
  • configure and review backup reports

Preparation

How to best be prepared for our AZ-104 Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator course.

  • Orange-check Understanding of on-premises virtualization technologies such as: VMs, virtual networks, and virtual hard disks
  • Orange-check Understanding of network configuration, including TCP/IP, Domain Name System (DNS), virtual private networks (VPNs), firewalls, and encryption technologies
  • Orange-check Understanding of Active Directory concepts, including domains, forests, domain controllers, replication, Kerberos protocol, and Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP)
  • Orange-check Understanding of resilience and disaster recovery, including backup and restore operations

Meet our instructors

Meet some of the Readynez Instructors you can meet on your course. They are experts, passionate about what they do, and dedicated to give back to their industry, their field, and those who want to learn, explore, and advance in their careers.

Tiago Costa

Tiago Costa is Microsoft MVP and a Cloud Architect and Advisor and International speaker on the Microsoft Cloud.

Tiago Costa is a Cloud Architect and Advisor on Microsoft Azure. For the past years he has been architecting and developing solutions using Microsoft Azure for some of the fortune 500 companies.

Due to his strong real-world experience, Tiago regularly teaches Microsoft Azure classes around the world. Microsoft Azure MVP since 2016 for his community efforts in promoting and sharing knowledge with the community.

Tiago has 40+ Microsoft Certifications including MCT – Microsoft Certified Trainer - and got awarded as MCT Regional Lead every year since 2016. He’s the founder of the Azure Portugal User Group. He loves diving into new technologies and to share his experience at conferences and training classes, but what excites him about his work is to help others exploring new frontiers in technology impacting their life’s, making the world a better place for everyone. His free time is spent with his family in the sunny Lisbon, Portugal building cool and geek projects

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FAQ

FAQ's for the AZ-104 Microsoft Azure Administrator course.

The AZ-104 certification, known as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, validates the skills and expertise of professionals in administering Azure solutions. It covers various aspects of Azure administration, including managing identities, storage, virtual networks, and more. Achieving this certification demonstrates proficiency in effectively implementing, monitoring, and maintaining Azure solutions, making it a valuable credential for individuals pursuing a career in cloud administration.

Embark on becoming a certified Azure Administrator with our comprehensive AZ-104 exam preparation course. At Readynez, we specialize in guiding individuals and teams toward certification success. Let our expert trainers equip you with the skills needed to administer Azure solutions effectively. Elevate your career with our training and ensure you're ready for success in the AZ-104 exam and beyond.

To earn the AZ-104 certification, it's recommended to have prior experience in managing Azure services and resources. Microsoft suggests a strong understanding of networking, virtualization, security, and other core IT concepts.

The cost of the AZ-104 exam can vary based on factors like your location and currency exchange rates. Microsoft certification exams such as the AZ-104 certification exam typically range from €150 - €228.

The AZ-104 exam, also known as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, syllabus covers various topics related to Microsoft Azure administration. Some key areas include:

  • Manage Azure identities and governance.
  • Implement and manage storage.
  • Deploy and manage Azure compute resources.
  • Configure and manage virtual networking.
  • Monitor and back up Azure resources.

Yes, achieving AZ-104 certification can significantly enhance your career. It validates your skills in Microsoft Azure administration, making you more proficient in managing cloud resources. Employers often seek Azure-certified professionals, and this certification can open doors to various job opportunities in cloud computing.

The time required to become AZ-104 certified can vary based on factors such as your prior experience with Azure, the amount of time you dedicate to studying, and your familiarity with cloud concepts. On average, candidates might spend a few weeks to a few months preparing for the exam.

Microsoft certification exams such as the AZ-104 can be either taken online or through a certified Pearson VUE test center.

The difficulty of the AZ-104 exam can vary based on individual experience, knowledge, and preparation. The AZ-104, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, exam is designed to assess one's ability to manage Azure resources, implement and manage virtual networks, and more.

The minimum requirement for passing the examination is 70%. You have to score 700 out of 1000 to get the certificate.

To maintain your AZ-104 certification, you need to fulfill the Microsoft certification renewal requirements. Microsoft's certification renewal model involves earning a specific number of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits within a renewal period. These credits can be obtained by participating in eligible learning activities, such as attending events, completing courses, or engaging in community contributions related to the certification.

The salary for an individual with AZ-104 certification can vary based on factors such as experience, location, and the specific employer. On average, an individual holding the AZ-104 certification can earn a competitive salary in the field of cloud computing and Microsoft Azure administration. Salaries may range from €64,013 to €1,09,735 or more, with higher levels of experience and expertise generally commanding higher compensation.

Reviews

Feedback from our Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104) delegates.

Kim Gøth Jensen

The instructor was a superman on Azure. Amazing what he knows. Thanks for a great week, particularly in mid of the covid situation. Its not my last time in his class.

Jimmie Eriksson

I had a great experience, awesome teacher that was really professional and knowledgeable about the subject. Long days but worth every minute.

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