This Microsoft Azure Fundamentals course equips you with the skills to understand and work with core Azure services, identity and data management, networking, and DevOps tools. Begin with foundational concepts to learn what Azure is, explore its key services across compute, storage, containers, databases, and security, and understand how it compares to other cloud platforms. Progress to managing identities with Azure Active Directory, integrating data with Azure Data Factory and Data Lake, and deploying scalable solutions with Azure Virtual Machines. Then, dive into Azure Virtual Network to design secure, scalable networks, and master Azure DevOps tools to streamline development and deployment workflows.
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Beginner level
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7 hours to complete
3 weeks at 2 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Work with core Azure services including compute, storage, and security
Manage identities and integrate data using Azure AD, Data Factory, and Data Lake
Deploy scalable infrastructure using Azure VMs and Virtual Network
Automate CI/CD pipelines and app delivery with Azure DevOps tools
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July 2025
Assessments
11 assignments
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There are 3 modules in this course
Gain a solid foundation in Microsoft Azure with this beginner-friendly module. Explore what Azure is, its key services, and practical use cases. Learn about core Azure offerings across compute, containers, databases, networking, storage, identity, and security. Understand how Azure compares to other cloud providers, and watch a hands-on demo to see Azure in action.
What's included
14 videos1 reading4 assignments
Explore Azure’s identity, data, and storage solutions in this hands-on module. Learn identity management with Azure Active Directory and compare it with Windows AD. Dive into data integration using Azure Data Factory and Data Lake with guided demos. Understand Azure Virtual Machines, their benefits, core components, and how to deploy them in real-world scenarios to power scalable cloud infrastructure.
What's included
11 videos4 assignments
Master Azure networking, DevOps, and application services in this practical module. Learn to build secure, scalable networks with Azure Virtual Network and its components, benefits, and setup demo. Explore Azure DevOps, including its core features, services, and differences between Azure DevOps Service and Server. Gain hands-on experience to streamline development and deployment in cloud environments.
What's included
10 videos3 assignments
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, Azure is beginner-friendly and easy to learn with the right foundational guidance.
Azure skills are in high demand across cloud, DevOps, and enterprise IT roles.
You’ll learn Azure AD, Data Factory, Data Lake, Virtual Machines, Virtual Network, and Azure DevOps.
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