Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Training Course

This course provides foundational knowledge of cloud computing with a focus on the Microsoft Azure platform. It prepares participants for the Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) certification while equipping them with practical skills to understand Azure services, cloud concepts, pricing, security, and architecture. Participants will learn how to navigate Azure, deploy basic resources, and apply cloud best practices.

Target Groups

• Beginners in cloud computing
• IT professionals and system administrators
• Software developers and engineers
• Business and technology managers
• Students in IT and computer science
• Entrepreneurs and startup teams
• Sales and marketing professionals in tech
• Anyone preparing for Azure certification

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand Azure global infrastructure
• Identify key Azure services and use cases
• Understand cloud concepts and principles
• Apply basic Azure security practices
• Understand Azure pricing and billing
• Navigate the Azure portal
• Design simple cloud solutions
• Prepare for Azure Fundamentals certification
• Evaluate Azure solutions for business needs
• Strengthen cloud computing knowledge

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Cloud Computing and Azure

• Overview of cloud computing
• Benefits of Azure
• Azure regions and availability zones
• Shared responsibility model
• Introduction to Azure services

Module 2: Core Azure Services

• Compute services (Virtual Machines, App Services)
• Storage services (Blob Storage, Disk Storage)
• Database services (Azure SQL, Cosmos DB)
• Networking basics (Virtual Networks)
• Use cases for core services

Module 3: Azure Security and Compliance

• Identity and Access Management (Azure AD)
• Security best practices
• Encryption and data protection
• Azure compliance offerings
• Shared responsibility model in security

Module 4: Azure Pricing and Billing

• Pricing models and subscriptions
• Cost management tools
• Billing dashboard overview
• Cost optimization strategies
• Free tier services

Module 5: Azure Architecture and Design

• Basic architecture principles
• Designing scalable solutions
• High availability and redundancy
• Load balancing basics
• Cloud design best practices

Module 6: Azure Management and Monitoring

• Azure portal and CLI basics
• Monitoring with Azure Monitor
• Logging and diagnostics
• Resource management
• Automation tools

Module 7: Azure Networking Basics

• Virtual Networks (VNet)
• Subnets and routing
• Network security groups
• VPN and connectivity options
• Traffic management

Module 8: Azure Storage and Databases

• Blob, file, and queue storage
• Database services overview
• Backup and disaster recovery
• Data lifecycle management
• Performance considerations

Module 9: Cloud Deployment and Support

• Deployment models
• Infrastructure basics
• Azure support plans
• Documentation and learning resources
• Certification exam preparation

Module 10: Capstone Project and Exam Preparation

• Real-world Azure case studies
• Hands-on lab: deploying a basic Azure solution
• Practice exam questions
• Review of key concepts
• Emerging trends in Azure, cloud-native development, AI services, hybrid cloud, and multi-cloud environments