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Microsoft · Foundational
AZ-900
Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
An entry-level, vendor-neutral-in-spirit certification covering core cloud concepts and how they map to Azure specifically — no hands-on lab component.
View Official Page →Exam Format
Multiple choice / multiple response, proctored (in-person or online).
Who It's For
- ✓ Anyone new to cloud computing wanting a structured overview
- ✓ Non-technical roles (sales, project management) who need Azure literacy
- ✓ A common first step before pursuing AZ-104 or other role-based Azure certifications
Objective Domains (General Areas — Not Exact Exam Weights)
Core cloud concepts (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, economies of scale)Core Azure services (compute, networking, storage)Azure management and governance (cost management, compliance)Azure pricing and support
Exact objective weights and version-specific detail change between exam revisions — always check Microsoft's current, official objectives before scheduling.
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How to Prepare
- → Microsoft Learn offers a free, official learning path specifically for this exam — a strong starting point
- → Focus on concepts and terminology over hands-on skills, since the exam itself has no lab component
- → Verify current exam objectives directly on Microsoft's certification page, since Microsoft updates these periodically
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