Duration
Questions
Cost
Everything you need to know about this certification exam
Exam Code:
AZ-900
Duration:
85 minutes
Questions:
40-60 questions
Format:
Multiple choice, multiple response, drag and drop
Passing Score:
700/1000
Cost:
$99 USD
Validity:
Does not expire
Languages:
English, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, German, French, Indonesian, Arabic, Portuguese, Russian, Italian
No formal prerequisites required
Basic understanding of IT concepts
General knowledge of networking
Familiarity with internet concepts
Basic understanding of databases
Entry-level knowledge of cloud concepts
Breakdown of exam topics and their relative importance
Cloud computing benefits and considerations
Types of cloud services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
Types of cloud deployments (public, private, hybrid)
Consumption-based model
Azure regions, availability zones, and resource groups
Compute services (VMs, App Service, Functions)
Storage services and database services
Networking services and identity services
Cost management and service level agreements
Features and tools for governance and compliance
Features and tools for managing and deploying resources
Monitoring and reporting features
Essential knowledge areas you need to focus on
C
Virtual Machines
App Service
Azure Functions
Container Instances
Azure Kubernetes Service
S
Blob Storage
File Storage
Queue Storage
Table Storage
Disk Storage
D
Azure SQL Database
Azure Database for MySQL
Azure Database for PostgreSQL
Cosmos DB
Azure Synapse Analytics
N
Virtual Network
Load Balancer
Application Gateway
VPN Gateway
Content Delivery Network
I
Azure Active Directory
Multi-Factor Authentication
Azure Key Vault
Azure Security Center
Azure Sentinel
M
Azure Portal
Azure CLI
Azure PowerShell
Azure Resource Manager
Azure Monitor
Proven strategies to help you pass on your first attempt
Create a free Azure account and explore services
Complete Microsoft Learn modules
Focus on understanding concepts, not memorizing
Practice with hands-on labs
Use Azure documentation and whitepapers
Take practice exams regularly
Join Azure community forums
Read questions carefully and completely
Eliminate obviously wrong answers
Look for keywords in questions
Don't overthink simple questions
Manage your time effectively
Review flagged questions if time permits
Stay calm and confident