Azure Developer Associate certification study guide

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Last updated Oct 20, 2021

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2. What is Azure?

Azure is cloud offering by Microsoft.

Azure offers a large collection of services including

infrastructure as a service (IaaS)
platform as a service (PaaS)
managed database service capabilities

Azure, like other cloud platforms, relies on virtualization.

Most computer hardware can be emulated in software, because most computer hardware is simply a set of instructions encoded in silicon.

Using a virtualization layer that maps software instructions to hardware instructions, virtualized hardware can execute in software as if it were the actual hardware itself.

The cloud is a set of physical servers in datacenter that execute virtualized hardware on behalf of customers.

3. What is Azure Developer Associate certification?

Candidates for the Azure Developer Associate certification should have subject matter expertise in following for cloud applications and services on Microsoft Azure.

Designing
Building
Testing
Maintaining

Responsibilities for this role include participating in all phases of cloud development from

Requirements
Definition
Design
Deployment
Maintenance
Performance tuning
Monitoring.

Azure developers partner with

Cloud solution architects
Cloud DBAs, cloud administrators
Clients to implement solutions.

A candidate for this certification should have 1-2 years professional development experience and experience with Microsoft Azure.

In addition, the candidate for this role should have the ability to program in a language supported by Azure and proficiency in

Azure SDKs
Azure PowerShell
Azure CLI
Data storage options
Data connections
APIs
App authentication and authorization
Compute and container deployment
Debugging
Performance tuning
Monitoring.

4. Which exam do I have to give to get Azure Developer Associate certification?

In order to get Azure Data Fundamental certification you have to give AZ 204 exam

5. How much does AZ 204 cost?

AZ 204 exam cost $165

For limited time Microsoft is offering reduced rate for job seekers impacted by COVID-19 and students

Learn about Microsoft commitment to support people impacted by COVID-19.

There are ways to get it for free.

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6. How do I take the Azure Developer Associate exam for free?

There are two ways to get Azure Developer Associate exam for free

Passing a cloud skill challenge.
(Microsoft launches cloud skill challenge after completing it you get free exam
Check events on our website )
Check if you are eligible to get free voucher from Microsoft using your corporate email.
This offer is available for some companies only.

7. Can I take AZ 204 exam at home?

Yes you can take the AZ 204 exam from home, exam is proctored by Pearson VUE

What you need to do in advance:

Make sure you have a functioning home computer with a webcam and strong internet connection
Run a system check to test the compatibility of the OnVUE application
Have your government-issued ID ready to present during the check-in process (restricted IDs such as U.S. military IDs are not accepted)
Roommates or pets? Make sure your space is free from noise or distractions
Clear the room of any preparation materials or unauthorized items to avoid exam violations

When you take your online proctored exam:

You’ll take photos of your government-issued ID and your testing environment, as well as a headshot (note: we are unable to accept restricted ID types such as U.S. military IDs)
Your photos will be reviewed and your exam will be queued up. Most candidates will start their exam within 15 minutes of their appointment time.
If your pictures don’t pass review, you’ll be joined by a greeter as soon as possible to help you troubleshoot.
You’ll be monitored by a VUE-certified proctor via webcam and microphone throughout your test to ensure the integrity and security of your exam experience.

8. Is Azure Developer Associate certification worth it?

Yes if you have programming experience.

Earning Azure Developer Associate certificate will help you grow in your career as a developer.

You’ll be demonstrating to potential (and existing) employers that you can create enterprise-grade Azure apps and services by getting the Azure Developer Associate certification.

Given the fact that Azure is gaining market share on AWS, this is precisely where you want to be.

Azure development is a specialist sector with a significant demand for Microsoft-certified candidates.

You may be eligible for ACE college credit if you pass this certification exam. See ACE college credit for certification exams for details.

9. What Topics are covered in AZ 204 exam?

Below is list of topics covered in AZ 204 exam

Topic	Percentage
Develop Azure compute solutions	(25-30%)
Develop for Azure storage	(15-20%)
Implement Azure security	(20-25%)
Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize Azure solutions	(15-20%)
Connect to and consume Azure services and third-party services	(15-20%)

Check mode details AZ 204 skills measured

10. Is AZ 204 open book test?

AZ 204 exam is not open book.

A proctor will be monitor you while exam is in session.

11. How to prepare AZ 204 exam?

These are recommended way to prepare for AZ 204 exam. Make sure to check cloud labs at our website

Free Microsoft training offered to select corporate customer. check here
Microsoft learn(Free )
Live class with trainer
Linkedin Learning AZ 204 course (Get a free trial or if you are in USA check if your library offer free linked Learning )
Pluralsight AZ 204
Udemy Courses on AZ 204

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12. Can i pass AZ 204 exam by watching videos?

Please make sure you practice your skills.

Even if you pass as best it will only get you interview.

Practice what you watch and learn check cloud labs

Try Microsoft free trial

13. Can i go back and change my answer?

Yes before you end your exam you can go back and update you answers.

14. Do I have to do labs in particular way?

You can complete lab in any way you want, Microsoft will grade you on results.

15. How long is AZ 204 exam?

Candidates have 150 minutes to finish the Microsoft Azure AZ-204 test;

ensure that you complete and recheck the exam within that time frame.

The test also has a Multi-Response and Multiple Choice Question structure.

16. How many questions do I get in AZ 204 exam?

You could get between 40 - 60 questions.

17. What is passing score for AZ 204 exam?

you have to score 700 out of 1000 to pass the exam

All technical exam scores are reported on a scale of 1 to 1,000 and are scaled such that the passing score is 700.

Any score of 700 or greater is a “pass.”

Any score below 700 is a “fail.”

The actual number of items you need to answer correctly to pass is determined by a group of subject matter experts in conjunction with the Microsoft during the development and maintenance of the exam.

The passing score is based on the knowledge and skills needed to demonstrate competence in the skill domain and the difficulty of the questions that a candidate answers when taking the exam.

18. Does Azure Developer Associate Certification expire?

The Azure role-based certifications expire in two years.

Your certification will always appear on your official Microsoft transcript, but will be listed in a separate section from your active certifications.

19. How do I renew my Azure admin certification?

The Azure role-based certifications expire in two years.

In order to renew your certification you have to give AZ 204 exam again.

For limited time you may renew your certification for free

If you have this certification and it will expire within six months, you are eligible to renew.

Show that you have kept current with the latest Azure updates by passing the renewal assessment.

You can also prepare to renew with the curated collection of learning modules.

Skills measured in renewal assessment:

Create a long-running serverless workflow with Durable Functions
Execute an Azure Function with triggers
Choose the appropriate API for Azure Cosmos DB
Optimize the performance of Azure Cosmos DB by using partitioning and indexing strategies
Control authentication for your APIs with Azure API Management

Renew this certification for free

Take an online assessment to validate your skills are current.

Extend your certification by one year by passing the assessment.

Didn’t pass? Revisit the preparation materials and try again before your certification expires.

After your second attempt, you’ll need to wait 24 hours between retakes.

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/learn/certifications/azure-developer/renew/

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/learn/certifications/azure-developer/

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/learn/certifications/exams/az-204

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/learn/certifications/exam-scoring-reports#scores-needed-to-pass-exams

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/learn/certifications/roles/administrator

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/learn/certifications/college-credit

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