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Essentials with Azure Fundamentals

This course is part of Microsoft Azure Fundamentals AZ-900 Exam Prep Specialization

Instructor: Microsoft

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

107 reviews

Beginner level

Recommended experience

Flexible schedule

2 weeks at 10 hours a week

Learn at your own pace

91%

Most learners liked this course

What you'll learn

Gain an understanding of the basics and benefits of cloud computing.
Describe various cloud computing models and their practical applications.
Discuss core Azure services, their features, applications, and advanced capabilities.

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24 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the Microsoft Azure Fundamentals AZ-900 Exam Prep Specialization

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There are 4 modules in this course

In this course you’ll cover the fundamentals of cloud computing, exploring key concepts, Azure services, and management tools. You’ll engage in hands-on projects, applying your knowledge to optimize resources using Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, Azure Policy, and Azure Monitor. You’ll also gain practical insights into automated deployment, governance, and resource optimization within the Azure ecosystem.

After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Discuss the basics and benefits of cloud computing. • Describe various cloud computing models and their applications. • Describe core Azure services, their features, and applications. • Discuss advanced features and capabilities of Azure services. • Implement comprehensive monitoring with Azure Monitor. This is also a great way to prepare for the Microsoft AZ-900 exam. By passing the AZ-900 exam, you’ll earn the Microsoft Azure Fundamentals certification.

You'll embark on a foundational exploration of cloud computing, unraveling its core concepts and benefits. The module begins with an in-depth look at what cloud computing entails, exploring its fundamental principles and how it has revolutionized the IT landscape. You'll examine the various models of cloud computing and gain insights into real-world applications that leverage the cloud.

What's included

13 videos13 readings8 assignments

13 videos Total 92 minutes

Program introduction 4 minutes
Course introduction: Essentials with Azure fundamentals 4 minutes
Welcome to Generative AI for everyone 6 minutes
Understanding the capabilities of Generative AI for business functions 9 minutes
Generative AI - Under the hood 8 minutes
The potential pitfalls and shortcomings of GEN AI 6 minutes
Introduction to cloud computing: Basics and concepts 8 minutes
Cloud computing in action: Use cases and examples 8 minutes
Infrastructure benefits of cloud computing 8 minutes
Security and compliance 8 minutes
Exploring cloud service models: IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS 10 minutes
Cloud deployment models 8 minutes
Module summary: Introduction to Cloud Computing 6 minutes

13 readings Total 130 minutes

Course syllabus: Essentials with Azure Fundamentals 10 minutes
How to be successful in this course 10 minutes
Discussion prompt: What do you hope to learn? 10 minutes
Mastering Generative AI: A foundation for success in Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) 10 minutes
Generative AI terminology 10 minutes
Generative AI in business 10 minutes
Getting familiar with cloud computing 10 minutes
Cloud computing trends and innovations 10 minutes
Economic benefits of cloud computing 10 minutes
Ensuring security in cloud environments 10 minutes
Cloud service models: A comparative analysis 10 minutes
Deployment model selection 10 minutes
Additional resources: Introduction to Cloud Computing 10 minutes

8 assignments Total 140 minutes

Module quiz: Types of Cloud Computing 30 minutes
General knowledge quiz 15 minutes
Activity: Evaluate and analyze 10 minutes
Knowledge check: What is Cloud Computing? 15 minutes
Activity: Cloud computing benefits 20 minutes
Knowledge check: Benefits of Cloud Computing 15 minutes
Activity: Cloud service model comparison 20 minutes
Knowledge check: Types of Cloud Computing 15 minutes

This module deals with the fundamental components of Microsoft's cloud platform, providing insights into their features and applications. The module covers essential Azure services, explores advanced features, and emphasizes integration to demonstrate how various services can be combined for robust and scalable solutions.

What's included

7 videos11 readings7 assignments

7 videos Total 54 minutes

Overview of Azure services 10 minutes
Azure service categories 8 minutes
Introduction to high availability in Azure 9 minutes
Azure availability zones 7 minutes
Azure Service Bus 7 minutes
Azure Logic Apps - Orchestrating workflows in the cloud 10 minutes
Module summary: Exploring Core Azure Services 4 minutes

11 readings Total 105 minutes

Azure Compute services 10 minutes
Azure Pricing Calculator 10 minutes
Glossary - Azure Load Balancer terms 10 minutes
Azure Load Balancer 10 minutes
Azure Load Balancer and health probes 10 minutes
Azure Traffic Manager overview 10 minutes
Azure Service Bus - Connecting and integrating applications 10 minutes
Understanding API and Azure API management 10 minutes
Azure API management 10 minutes
Azure Event Grid 10 minutes
Additional resources: Exploring Core Azure Services 5 minutes

7 assignments Total 135 minutes

Module quiz: Exploring Core Azure Services 30 minutes
Activity: Compute service use case 20 minutes
Knowledge check: Key Advantages of Cloud Computing 15 minutes
Activity: Implementing availability zones 20 minutes
Knowledge check: High Availability Options in Azure 15 minutes
Activity: Workflow automation with Azure Logic Apps 20 minutes
Knowledge check: Integrating Azure Services 15 minutes

This module explores tools like Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates for automated resource deployment, uses Azure Policy for enforcing standards, and Azure Monitor for proactive resource monitoring and optimization in the Azure ecosystem.

What's included

7 videos8 readings7 assignments

7 videos Total 49 minutes

Introduction to Azure Resource Manager 6 minutes
Azure Resource Manager template use cases 6 minutes
Introduction to Azure Policy 9 minutes
Implementing Azure policies at scale 9 minutes
Introduction to Azure Monitor 9 minutes
Advanced monitoring components with Azure Monitor 8 minutes
Module summary: Azure Management and Governance 4 minutes

8 readings Total 75 minutes

Creating an ARM template using Visual Studio Code 10 minutes
ARM template authoring walkthrough 10 minutes
Azure Policy overview 10 minutes
Comparing Azure RBAC, Azure Policy & Azure Blueprints 10 minutes
Troubleshoot with confidence - Exploring Azure Monitor data sources 10 minutes
Azure Monitor architecture - walkthrough 10 minutes
Azure Monitor best practices 10 minutes
Additional resources: Azure Management and Governance 5 minutes

7 assignments Total 145 minutes

Module Quiz: Azure Management and Governance 30 minutes
Activity: ARM Template modification challenge 20 minutes
Knowledge check : Azure Resource Manager (ARM) Templates 15 minutes
Activity: Implement an Azure policy 20 minutes
Knowledge check: Azure Policy 15 minutes
Activity: Designing a monitoring plan 30 minutes
Knowledge check: Azure Monitor 15 minutes

In this module, you'll deploy resources using ARM Templates: Utilize ARM templates to automate infrastructure deployment, implement best practices, and enforce organizational standards through Azure Policy. Proactively monitor and optimize resources using Azure Monitor, creating alerts, and notifications, and analyze usage for optimization. Finally, document implemented templates, policies, and monitor configurations, generating a comprehensive report on achieved optimization and adherence to organizational standards.

What's included

2 videos3 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt1 plugin

2 videos Total 10 minutes

Course recap: Essentials with Azure Fundamentals 6 minutes
Congratulations 4 minutes

3 readings Total 50 minutes

About the final project and assessment 10 minutes
Activity: Azure resource optimization project 30 minutes
Next steps 10 minutes

2 assignments Total 120 minutes

Self review: Azure resource optimization project 30 minutes
Course quiz: Essentials with Azure Fundamentals 90 minutes

1 discussion prompt Total 10 minutes

Reflect on learning 10 minutes

1 plugin Total 10 minutes

Exemplar: Azure resource optimization project 10 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

This program is for you if you are interested in the field of cloud support and would like to enhance your appeal to prospective employers by earning the AZ-900 certification. Completion of this program will have you more well-prepared to take the AZ-900 exam.

You don’t need any background knowledge to take this Specialization. Whether you’re just starting out or a professional in a relevant field, this program can be the right fit for you.

A Coursera Specialization is a series of related courses designed to help you master a specific topic.

To complete a Specialization and earn a Specialization Certificate, you will need to:

·Complete all courses in a Specialization in the same language.

·Earn a Course Certificate for each course in the Specialization.

·Complete the Specialization's Capstone Project.

Yes. We highly recommend taking the courses of each certificate program in the order they are presented. The content in the courses builds on information from earlier courses. The final course contains a capstone project that assesses your knowledge of the content covered in the previous courses. As such, it makes the most sense to take the courses in the order they are presented.

• This Specialization will prepare you to take the AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals exam. The Azure Fundamentals exam is an opportunity to prove knowledge of cloud concepts, Azure services, Azure workloads, security and privacy in Azure, as well as Azure pricing and support. Each course teaches you the core concepts and skills that are measured by the exam.

• When you complete the specialization, you will receive a Coursera Specialization Certificate of Completion. This is an official Coursera credential that confirms that you successfully completed a Specialization on Coursera. You can see all the Course Certificates you've earned on your Accomplishments page. From there, you can download, print, or share your Certificates.

To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.