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AZ-900 Azure Fundamentals Crash Course

Packt

AZ-900 Azure Fundamentals Crash Course

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

7 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

7 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Understand the fundamentals of cloud computing and Azure architecture.

  • Learn how to create, manage, and deploy resources on the Azure platform.

  • Gain insights into Azure pricing, governance, and security models.

  • Prepare for the AZ-900 certification exam with hands-on exercises and exam tips.

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February 2026

Assessments

13 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 12 modules in this course

In this module, we will orient you to the course plan and clarify exactly what you’ll learn and why it matters for the AZ-900 exam. We will break down the exam blueprint and the skills measured so you know what to prioritize. We will also tour key Microsoft prep resources and walk through creating your Azure account and navigating the portal.

What's included

6 videos1 reading

In this module, we will build your cloud fundamentals from the ground up using clear, AZ-900-aligned explanations. We will explore Azure service categories through hands-on demos so you can connect theory to the portal. We will also unpack shared responsibility, cloud models, and pricing so you can confidently answer exam-style questions.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will translate “why Azure?” into concrete benefits you can recognize in real services and exam scenarios. We will explore SLAs and high-availability options with demos to make the concepts stick. We will also cover security, governance, and manageability so you understand how Azure supports control at scale.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will clarify the differences between IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS in a way that’s easy to recall under exam pressure. We will see PaaS in action by building with Azure App Service. We will also explore Azure DevOps to understand how SaaS accelerates modern development workflows.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will map out how Azure is built—from global infrastructure down to the management hierarchy you’ll use every day. We will explore regions, region pairs, and availability zones to understand resilience and deployment choices. We will also cover resources, subscriptions, and management groups so you can structure environments cleanly and securely.

What's included

10 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will tour the most important compute and networking services you’ll see on the AZ-900 exam. We will reinforce concepts with demos, including creating and configuring Azure virtual machines and serverless functions. We will also introduce Azure Virtual Networks so you understand how resources communicate securely in the cloud.

What's included

8 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will break down Azure Storage into simple, testable concepts you can apply immediately. We will compare redundancy models and blob tiers so you can make smart storage decisions and answer scenario questions. We will also explore migration options and tools to support real-world moves to Azure.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will cover the identity and security topics that power nearly everything in Azure. We will explore authentication, external identities, and Conditional Access to understand how Azure controls who gets in and under what conditions. We will also connect Zero Trust, defense-in-depth, and Defender for Cloud to practical security outcomes.

What's included

7 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will make Azure pricing feel approachable and predictable. We will cover cost management concepts and show you how to estimate spend using the Pricing Calculator. We will also walk through the TCO Calculator so you can understand the financial case for cloud adoption.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will focus on governance tools that keep Azure environments consistent, secure, and auditable. We will explore how Policy and Blueprints help enforce rules across resources. We will also cover resource locks and the Service Trust Portal so you know how to protect and validate your environment.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore how you actually manage and deploy Azure resources in practice. We will compare multiple management interfaces and walk through demos to make the differences clear. We will also introduce Azure Arc and ARM templates to show how Azure scales management and automation across environments.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will connect monitoring concepts to the real tools you’ll use in Azure. We will explore Azure Monitor, Service Health, and Advisor through guided demos to reinforce how visibility drives better decisions. We will finish with targeted exam tips and clear next steps for leveling up after AZ-900.

What's included

6 videos3 assignments

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