Azure Fundamentals: Azure Architecture and Services

1. Core Architectural Components of Azure

• Azure Accounts: Different types of Azure accounts, including free and paid subscriptions.
• Azure Physical Infrastructure: Data centers, servers, storage devices, and networking equipment.
• Azure Management Infrastructure:Azure Portal, Azure PowerShell, Azure CLI, and Azure Cloud Shell.
• Create an Azure Resource: Creating and provisioning resources in Azure using different methods( including the Azure Portal, Azure CLI, Azure PowerShell, and Azure Resource Manager templates.)

2. Azure Compute and Networking Services

• Azure Virtual Machines: Deploy and manage virtual machines in the Azure cloud.
• Create an Azure Virtual Machine:Creating and configuring an Azure Virtual Machine.
• Azure Virtual Desktop : A service that provides virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) in the cloud.
• Azure Containers: Enable the deployment and management of containerized applications.
• Azure Functions: Serverless compute service that allows developers to run code on-demand without managing infrastructure.
• Application Hosting Options: Different application hosting options in Azure, including web apps, mobile apps, and serverless computing.

3. Azure Virtual Networking

• Azure Virtual Networking: Create and configure virtual networks in Azure, allowing users to connect and isolate their Azure resources.
• Configure Network Access: Configure network access control, including network security groups (NSGs), virtual network service endpoints, and private endpoints.
• Azure Virtual Private Networks:Provide secure connections between on-premises networks and Azure resources.

4. Azure Storage Account

• Azure Storage Services: Storage services available in Azure, including Azure Blob storage, Azure Files, Azure Queue storage, and Azure Table storage.
• Create a Storage Blob: Creation and management of storage blobs in Azure Blob storage.

The Microsoft Azure Fundamentals certification covers various topics related to cloud computing, cloud concepts, and Azure services. The exam tests your understanding of Azure architecture, management, governance, and security. The AZ-900 certification, also known as Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, is an entry-level certification that validates foundational knowledge of cloud concepts and Microsoft Azure services. To obtain the certificate, you will need to pass the AZ-900 exam. An exam can be taken by anyone interested in gaining a basic understanding of cloud computing( Microsoft Azure), regardless of their technical background or job role. It is also useful for particular individuals who are new to Azure and want to start their journey in cloud computing and DevOps.

It is an entry-level certification that validates your foundational knowledge of Azure. In this summary, we will discuss the syllabus, exam details, scheduling, uses of the certification, and its differences from other certifications.