AZ-204 – Microsoft Azure Developer Associate

Training Description: AZ-204 – Microsoft Azure Developer Associate

Course Overview: The AZ-204: Microsoft Azure Developer Associate training is designed for developers looking to deepen their knowledge and skills in developing applications and solutions within the Microsoft Azure environment. This course covers essential aspects of Azure development, including cloud application creation, resource management, security, service integration, and solution implementation for cloud-based applications. It prepares participants for the AZ-204 exam to earn the Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate certification.

Training Objectives:

• Learn how to develop cloud applications using Azure SDKs, Azure CLI, and associated tools.
• Build efficient Azure solutions using services like Azure Functions, Azure Blob Storage, and Azure App Service.
• Implement secure solutions for applications in Azure using Azure Active Directory (AAD), identities, and authentication.
• Develop database solutions with Azure Cosmos DB, Azure SQL Database, and other Azure storage services.
• Integrate Azure services for better interoperability between applications, such as Event Hubs and Service Bus.
• Optimize and deploy applications on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Azure App Service.

Training Program:

Introduction to Azure Development

• Introduction to Microsoft Azure and its services for developers.
• Setting up the Azure development environment: Azure SDK, CLI, and related development tools.
• Overview of Azure services for cloud application development.

Building Azure Applications

• Developing cloud applications with Azure App Service.
• Creating and managing applications in Azure Functions and integrating with external services.
• Implementing RESTful APIs and authentication services.

Data Storage in Azure

• Utilizing Azure storage solutions: Azure Blob Storage, Azure Queue Storage, Azure Tables, and Azure Disk Storage.
• Developing applications with databases like Azure Cosmos DB and Azure SQL Database.
• Managing backup and recovery strategies for data in Azure.

Securing Azure Applications

• Implementing security in Azure applications with Azure Active Directory (AAD), RBAC, and OAuth2.0.
• Securing application services using Managed Identity and best practices for keys and certificates in Azure Key Vault.

Azure Services Integration

• Integrating services like Azure Event Hubs, Service Bus, and Azure Logic Apps into development solutions.
• Implementing asynchronous communication mechanisms with Azure Service Bus and other tools.

Development with Azure DevOps

• Introduction to Azure DevOps Services for code management, Continuous Integration (CI), and Continuous Deployment (CD).
• Automating CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps.
• Using Azure Resource Manager (ARM) to manage resources through ARM templates and CI/CD pipelines.

Optimizing Azure Application Performance

• Developing high-performance applications with optimization practices in Azure Functions, App Service, and other cloud services.
• Monitoring applications with Azure Monitor and using Application Insights for diagnostics.

Application Deployment and Management in Azure

• Deploying applications via Azure App Service, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), and Azure Virtual Machines.
• Managing cloud resources and deploying infrastructure using Azure Resource Manager (ARM) and Azure CLI.

Exam Preparation for AZ-204

• Summary of skills covered in the training and key topics to review for the exam.
• Practice with sample exam questions and case studies to prepare effectively for the certification exam.

Training Duration:

• 5 days (40 hours), including theoretical modules, practical demonstrations, and application exercises.

Prerequisites:

• Prior experience in application development using languages such as C#, JavaScript, Python, or Java.
• Basic knowledge of cloud services and application development technologies.
• Familiarity with fundamental Azure concepts is a plus.

Target Audience:

• Developers looking to gain expertise in developing applications on Microsoft Azure.
• Professionals aiming to obtain the Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate certification.
• Developers and cloud engineers interested in implementing applications on the Azure platform.

Certification:

• The training prepares participants for the AZ-204 exam and the Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate certification.

Master Azure application development and earn a certification that validates your cloud development skills with this practical and comprehensive training!