AZ-204 - Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure Certification

Master Azure Development with AZ-204 Certification Course

Learn how to develop, test, and maintain secure, scalable, and efficient Azure applications with this comprehensive certification course. Master the principles of Azure application development, including compute, storage, security, and monitoring, and develop the skills needed to create cloud-based applications that meet your organization’s needs.


Last Updated: 7/2024

Language: English

Instructor: Joe Fecht

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What You Will Learn

Azure Application Development & Deployment

Learn how to develop secure, scalable, and efficient applications in Azure. Build skills in creating and managing cloud-based applications, implementing APIs, and integrating Azure services like Azure Functions and Logic Apps. Understand best practices for writing code, optimizing performance, and ensuring application security.

Cloud Monitoring, Debugging, and Optimization

Develop the ability to monitor, debug, and optimize Azure applications to ensure performance and reliability. Use Azure Monitor and Application Insights to detect issues, optimize resource usage, and improve application performance. Plan and implement logging and telemetry to maintain application health and minimize downtime.

Infrastructure and Solution Deployment

Master the process of deploying applications to Azure using tools like Azure App Service, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), and Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates. Learn how to manage the full lifecycle of applications, including version control, CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps, and automated deployments to ensure efficiency and scalability.

Join the Refactored Community

Become part of the Refactored community, where you can connect with peers, industry professionals, and mentors. Engage in discussions, share your experiences, and grow your Azure expertise within a supportive and collaborative learning network.


Prerequisites

Participants are expected to have a basic understanding of programming languages and cloud computing. Familiarity with general Azure services, as well as experience in application development or IT operations, is recommended but not required.

Who Should Enroll

  • Developers seeking to build and deploy cloud-based applications using Azure.

  • IT professionals looking to expand their knowledge of cloud development.

  • System administrators and DevOps engineers interested in automating application deployment.

  • Students or professionals transitioning to cloud development and eager to gain hands-on experience.

Course Format

The course includes interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and practice exams. Delivered digitally, it offers a blend of self-paced learning, real-world demos, and practical exercises. Most students complete the course within 3-4 weeks, depending on their pace and level of experience.

Certification

Upon successful completion of this course and passing the AZ-204 exam via a Microsoft Testing center, participants will earn the Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate certification. This certification validates their expertise in developing, testing, and deploying Azure applications.

About Your Instructor:

Joe Fecht is a Technical Consultant at AHEAD, where his daily focus is helping clients to take full advantage of Azure's features and ensuring they are doing it as cost-effectively as possible. Joe has been in the consulting industry for the past seven years and has worked with small mom and pop up to multi-national corporations. He has over 15 years of IT experience and is currently 5x Azure certified. Joe thoroughly enjoys working with clients to help find the best solutions and making sure they are deployed in a sustainable fashion. When not at work, Joe enjoys spending time with his wife and picking on his three kids.


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