AZ-900 : Cloud Azure Infrastructure Presentation

Describe Cloud Computing

• Define cloud computing
• Describe the shared responsibility model
• Define cloud models, including public, private, and hybrid
• Identify appropriate use cases for each cloud model
• Describe the consumption-based model
• Compare cloud pricing models

Describe the Benefits of Using Cloud Services

• Describe the benefits of high availability and scalability in the cloud
• Describe the benefits of reliability and predictability in the cloud
• Describe the benefits of security and governance in the cloud
• Describe the benefits of ease of management in the cloud

Describe the Types of Cloud Services

• Describe IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service), PaaS (Platform as a Service), and SaaS (Software as a Service)
• Identify appropriate use cases for each type of cloud service (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)

Describe the Core Architectural Components of Azure

• Describe Azure regions, regional pairs, and sovereign regions
• Describe availability zones
• Describe Azure data centers
• Describe Azure resources and resource groups
• Describe subscriptions
• Describe management groups
• Describe the hierarchy of resource groups, subscriptions, and management groups

Describe Azure Compute and Networking Services

• Compare compute types, including container instances, virtual machines, and functions
• Describe virtual machine options, including virtual machines, virtual machine scale sets, availability sets, Azure Virtual Desktop
• Describe the resources required for virtual machines
• Describe application hosting options, including Azure Web Apps, containers, and virtual machines
• Describe the virtual network, including the purpose of Azure virtual networks, Azure virtual subnets, peering, Azure DNS, VPN gateway, and ExpressRoute
• Define public and private endpoints

Describe Azure Storage Services

• Compare storage services available in Azure
• Describe the different storage tiers available in Azure
• Explain redundancy options available to ensure data resilience
• Identify storage account options and types of storage available
• Use file movement options, such as AzCopy, Azure Storage Explorer, and Azure File Sync
• Understand different data migration options, such as Azure Migrate and Azure Data Box

Describe Azure Identity, Access, and Security

• Describe directory services in Azure, including Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft Entra Domain Services
• Describe authentication methods in Azure, including single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and passwordless authentication
• Describe external identities and guest access in Azure
• Describe Microsoft Entra conditional access
• Describe role-based access control (RBAC)
• Describe the Zero Trust concept
• Describe the purpose of the defense-in-depth model
• Describe the purpose of Microsoft Defender for Cloud

Describe Cost Management in Azure

• Describe factors that can affect costs in Azure
• Compare the pricing calculator and the total cost of ownership calculator
• Describe the Microsoft Cost Management tool
• Describe the purpose of tags

Describe Features and Tools in Azure for Governance and Compliance

• Describe the purpose of Microsoft Purview
• Describe the purpose of Azure Policy
• Describe the purpose of resource locks
• Describe the purpose of the Service Trust Portal

Describe Features and Tools for Managing and Deploying Azure Resources

• Describe the Azure portal
• Describe Azure Cloud Shell, including Azure CLI and Azure PowerShell
• Describe the purpose of Azure Arc
• Describe Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates and Azure ARM

Describe Monitoring Tools in Azure

• Describe the purpose of Azure Advisor
• Describe Azure Service Health
• Describe Azure Monitor, including Azure Log Analytics, Azure Monitor alerts, and Application Insights

Last updated: 02/07/2024

In this training, we mix theory with technical workshops to quickly make you operational. Additionally, each participant receives course materials at the end of the training.

One of our consultant trainers conducts the training. With solid field experience, they make the learning process both interactive and enriching.

For assessment, the trainer regularly asks questions and uses various methods to continuously measure your progress. This approach promotes a dynamic and engaging learning experience.

After the training, we ask you to complete a satisfaction questionnaire. Your feedback helps us to maintain and constantly improve the quality of our training.

Finally, we offer the flexibility to deliver this training both in-person and remotely, and it can be customized to meet your company’s specific needs upon request.

No technical prerequisites are required to attend the Azure Fundamentals training.

You can register for one of our training courses up to two business days before it starts, if there are still available places and you signed quote.

If you have specific needs related to a disability, please do not hesitate to make a request; we are happy to adjust our services according to the type of disability.

This training leads to the Microsoft certification “AZ-900 Azure Fundamentals.” We recommend registering for the exam approximately one month after completing the training. The course materials provided during the training will help you properly review for your certification.

You can register for certification on the Microsoft site. If you would like to buy a certification voucher from us, or if you would like us to support you in this process, please contact us

How to Prepare for the AZ-900 Certification?

Now that you have completed the Azure Fundamentals training with Cellenza Training, it’s time to properly prepare to ensure success on this exam!

The AZ-900 certification requires candidates to master the fundamental concepts of cloud services and how they are provided by the Azure solution. To obtain this certification, you need to score 700 points out of 1000 at the end of the exam.

Cellenza Training instructors recommend preparing a few weeks before taking the certification exam by first reviewing the skills expected to pass the AZ-900. All these basic knowledge points are presented and covered in our Azure Fundamentals training. In our blog article “How to Prepare for Your Microsoft Azure Certification Exam,” we also provide access to educational resources that will help you in your preparation.

Cellenza Training’s Recipe for Successfully Preparing for Your Certification:

• Intensive support with our Microsoft Azure certified instructors
• Multiple reviews of the educational resources provided during your training
• Revisions and practice on each skill required to pass the certification

What is the AZ-900 Certification Process Like?

After scheduling an appointment with the person responsible for monitoring you (the Microsoft proctor), you can choose the time slot that suits you best for taking your exam.

On the exam day, you will have 85 minutes to answer 40 to 60 questions in English. The exam takes place in a monitored environment: you will be required to turn on your camera until the end of the test and verify your identity.

During this exam, you will be evaluated on various topics. The themes are distributed as follows:

• Cloud concepts (20 to 25% of the questions)
• Core Azure services (15 to 20% of the questions)
• Azure management tools (10 to 15% of the questions)
• Security and network security features (10 to 15%)
• Identity, governance, privacy, and compliance features (15 to 20%)
• Azure Cost Management and Service Level Agreements (10 to 15%)

After answering all the questions and clicking the “Done” button, you will receive your final score. Did you score 700 or higher? Congratulations, you are officially certified!