AZ-204 Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure

BECOME A MICROSOFT AZURE SUPERHERO.

COURSE

Get your questions answered inside the course. A great value since this course is updated as Microsoft changes the exam requirements over time. This course will be ready for you when you are ready to take the exam.

What students are saying:

5 stars, “Great in-depth coverage, easy to understand, good examples to practice.” - Andy K.
5 stars, “Good explanation, easy to catch up.” - Paul C.
5 stars, “Seems up to date and thorough, and is a really good bargain” - Stephen I.

Welcome to this course.

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This course has been continually improved and covers the AZ-204 Azure developer topics.

Microsoft Azure is a skill in high demand in today's large business marketplace.

If you're a developer, you know as well as I do that change is always happening. It's not possible for all of us to be up-to-date on every piece of new technology out there, but this is not one of those times. Cloud-hosting has changed the way all applications are developed—from websites, to web applications, to mobile apps, and traditional backend applications as well. The rapid adoption of the cloud has touched everything.

The next time your resume is on someone's desk—be it a promotion at work or a new job opportunity—you cannot afford to have such an obvious gap in knowledge. Can you imagine being a front-end web developer today and not being able to talk about mobile-first or responsive design? Industry trends show that developing applications using cloud-hosted components is becoming the in-demand skill of tomorrow. Having Azure skills on your resume will only help you get in front of more hiring managers and land more jobs.

This course goes through all of the requirements of the Microsoft exam AZ-204: Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure exam. While other online resources cover bits and pieces of the topic, I can confidently say this course goes deep on everything you need to know for this exam. Multiple videos are devoted to each sub-objective, and this course also includes a full sample test so you can see how ready you are to take the real test.

If you don't have much previous exposure to Azure, this course will cover each core section in detail. If you ARE already an expert at many Azure topics, you can easily skip the sections that you already know and focus on the sections that are new to you.

This Azure exam is tough. But these videos will guide you through the Azure interface, and through your own practice and experience with the platform.

You get lifetime access to the course, and so there are no silly "30-day" countdowns that require you to pay more to extend access. This course will be here when you need it.

Enroll today.

Version history

Version 1 - Launched the 70-532 course in January 2017, 8 updates to the course along the way.

Version 2 - Launched the AZ-203 course in January 2019. Free upgrade for students of the old course.

Version 3 - Launched the AZ-204 course in August 2020. Free upgrade for students of the old course.

Version 3.1 - More walkthrough of code that connects to Azure. Cosmos DB and SQL Database.

Version 4.0 - Completely re-recorded in May 2022.

Version 5.0 - Course re-recorded in September and October 2023.

Microsoft, Windows, and Microsoft Azure are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. This course is not certified, accredited, affiliated with, nor endorsed by Microsoft Corporation.

What's inside

Learning objectives

Pass the microsoft az-204 developing microsoft azure solutions test
Master the main concepts of azure, beyond the ones you normally use

Become microsoft specialist: developing azure solutions certified

Pass the microsoft az-204 developing microsoft azure solutions test
Master the main concepts of azure, beyond the ones you normally use
Become microsoft specialist: developing azure solutions certified

Syllabus

AZ-204 Course Welcome

Overview of the Azure Developer Exam

AZ-204 Exam Requirements

Azure Home and Dashboard

Frequently Asked Questions

Udemy Video Player

Amazing Microsoft Resources

Hands On Labs for AZ-204

Azure Cloud Shell

Installing PowerShell

AZ-204 Virtual Machines

AZ-204 Course - Starting Tips

NOTE: VMs No Longer on the Exam

What is a VM?

Create Your First VM - The Basics

Virtual Machine Availability Concepts

Virtual Machine Sizes

Azure VM Disks and Networking Options

VM Advanced Options and the Review Page

Connecting to an Azure VM - RDP and SSH

Modify and Stop a VM

Azure Resource Manager model (ARM) - ARM Templates

Create a VM Using Powershell

DEMO: Create a VM in CLI

A quiz to check some basic VM concepts.

AZ-204 Azure App Service

IaaS vs PaaS

Create an Azure Web App

App Service Plan

App Service Deployment Options

Manual Scaling an App Service

Publishing an App Service

Deployment Slots

App Service General Settings

App Service SSL Settings

Autoscaling an App Service

Enable Diagnostic Logs

DEMO: Create a Web App in PowerShell

DEMO: Create a Web App in CLI

DEMO: A look at az webapp up

The WebApp Console

Azure App Service Model Quiz

Code Samples: App Service

AZ-204 Containers

What is an Azure Container Instance (ACI)?

Docker Desktop and Visual Studio Container Tools

Using Visual Studio to Build a Container App

Deploy an ACI App From Azure Container Registry

Deploy an Azure Web App From Azure Container Registry

AZ-204 Function App

Creating a Function App

Creating Our First Function

HTTP Trigger Function

Monitoring Function Events and Errors

Adding a Blob Output Binding

Timer Trigger Function

Understanding Durable Functions

Using NPM INSTALL in Function Apps

Creating a Durable Function

Adding Delays to Functions using MOMENT

Function Core Tools

Visual Studio and Functions

Your Opinion Wanted

Function App Quiz

INSTRUCTIONS: How to Use Microsoft Learn Exercises and Sandboxes

HANDS-ON LABS: Create a Function App

Code Samples: Durable Functions

HANDS-ON LABS: Create a Durable Function

AZ-204 Azure Storage Accounts

Understanding Storage Accounts

Storage Account Settings

Storage Account Networking and Data Protection

Storage Account Encryption

Upload Files to a Storage Account

Access Keys and SAS Tokens

AzCopy V10

StartCopyFromUri Method

SetMetadata Method

Storage Account Backup, Replication, and Lifecycle

Static Web App

Storage Account Quiz

Code Samples: Azure Blobs

AZ-204 CosmosDB

Introduction to CosmosDB

Create a CosmosDB Account

Global Replication Options

CosmosDB Keys and Security

Create a CosmosDB Collection

Add Documents to CosmosDB

Setting Data Consistency Options

Managing Change Feed Notifications

CosmosDB Quiz

Code Samples: Cosmos DB Todo App

Cosmos DB Todo App Code, Line By Line

AZ-204 Azure Authentication

Introduction to Entra ID (Azure AD)

What is an Entra ID (Azure AD) Tenant?

Create an Entra ID (Azure AD) Tenant

Microsoft Identity Platform

Create Users in Entra ID (Azure AD)

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Teaches students how to pass the AZ-204 Developing Microsoft Azure Solutions test

Helps students become Microsoft Specialist: Developing Azure Solutions certified

Offers hands-on labs and interactive materials for practical learning

Includes up-to-date information and regular updates to align with the latest exam requirements

Presented by Scott Duffy, an experienced software architect with a large student following

Requires extensive background knowledge and assumes students have prior experience with Azure

Reviews summary

Azure dev for newbies

According to students, this course is well-received. Learners say that its comprehensive and easy to follow. The labs are amazing and helpful not only for the exam but also for people who are new to Azure development.

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Comprehensive course

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Amazing labs

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in AZ-204 Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure - OCT 2023 with these activities:

Follow the Microsoft Learn Azure Fundamentals tutorial

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Following the Microsoft Learn Azure Fundamentals tutorial will provide you with a solid foundation in Azure concepts and services.

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Create a Microsoft Learn account.
Enroll in the Azure Fundamentals tutorial.
Complete the tutorial modules.

Practice using the Azure CLI

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Refreshing your knowledge of the Azure CLI will help you to quickly and efficiently manage Azure resources from the command line.

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Install the Azure CLI.
Create a new Azure resource group.
Create a new Azure virtual machine.

Create an Azure Function

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Creating Azure functions will help you understand the concepts of serverless computing, Functions as a Service (FaaS), and how to build and deploy event-driven applications in Azure.

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Choose a programming language.
Create an Azure Function project.
Write code for your function.
Deploy your function to Azure.

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Career center

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Cloud Architect

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Cloud Developer

Cloud Developers create applications that operate on cloud platforms. As an introductory course to Azure development, this course provides a strong foundation for aspiring Cloud Developers.

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Technical Architect

Technical Architects make high-level decisions about the design of the technology stack that supports a software system. This course provides a comprehensive overview of one of the leading cloud computing platforms, Azure. This knowledge can lead to greater success in roles like Technical Architect.

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Software Architect

Software Architects design and build the architecture of complex software systems. This course provides a deep dive into the Microsoft Azure platform. This knowledge can lead to greater success in roles like Software Architect.

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Software Engineer

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Web Developer

Web Developers design and develop websites and web applications. This course provides a deep dive into the Microsoft Azure platform, which is useful for hosting and deploying websites and web applications.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists use data to solve business problems. This course provides a deep dive into Azure's data handling services. This knowledge can lead to greater success in roles like Data Scientist.

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Cloud Security Engineer

Cloud Security Engineers are responsible for securing cloud-based systems and data. This course provides an introduction to Azure, one of the leading cloud computing platforms. This knowledge is helpful to Cloud Security Engineers responsible for securing Azure systems.

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IT Manager

IT Managers are responsible for the management of an organization's IT resources. This course provides a solid foundation in Microsoft Azure, one of the leading cloud computing platforms. This knowledge will enable IT Managers to make more informed decisions.

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IT Consultant

IT Consultants help organizations with their information technology needs. This course provides a foundation in Microsoft Azure, a valuable skill for IT Consultants to bring to their clients.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers manage the software development lifecycle through a collaboration between development and operations teams. This course provides an excellent introduction to the basic concepts of Azure, which can be useful to DevOps Engineers working with Azure.

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System Administrator

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Data Engineer

A Data Engineer manages and maintains data for organizations. This course provides a deep dive into Azure's data handling services. This knowledge can lead to greater success in roles where professionals must manage data.

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Technical Program Manager

Technical Program Managers oversee the development of software and technology projects. This course provides an overview of Microsoft Azure, a cloud computing platform that is often used in technology projects. This knowledge can be useful to Technical Program Managers working with Azure.

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Product Manager

Product Managers plan and develop an organization's products. This course provides an introduction to Azure, one of the leading cloud computing platforms. This knowledge can be useful to Product Managers who need to make decisions about cloud strategy.

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