Cloud Computing · PPL

Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Associate Certification

Learn to design, deploy, secure, and optimize scalable cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure infrastructure, networking, storage, and application services.

  • 3 DaysDuration
  • PPLAccredited
  • 3 LanguagesArabic · English · Hindi
  • ₹9,999.00 Per delegate

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— The journey

Course Outline

What the programme covers, module by module.

Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Azure Architecture

  • Cloud computing fundamentals
  • Microsoft Azure overview
  • Global infrastructure
  • Resource Groups
  • Architecture principles

Module 2: Identity and Access Management

  • Microsoft Entra ID
  • Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
  • Managed Identities
  • Authentication and authorization
  • Security best practices

Module 3: Compute Services

  • Azure Virtual Machines
  • Virtual Machine Scale Sets
  • Azure App Service
  • Azure Functions
  • Compute optimization

Module 4: Storage Solutions

  • Azure Blob Storage
  • Azure Files
  • Azure Disk Storage
  • Azure Data Lake Storage
  • Storage lifecycle management

Module 5: Networking Fundamentals

  • Azure Virtual Network (VNet)
  • Network Security Groups (NSGs)
  • Azure Load Balancer
  • Azure Application Gateway
  • Azure DNS

Module 6: Hybrid Connectivity

  • Azure VPN Gateway
  • Azure ExpressRoute
  • Hybrid networking
  • Secure connectivity
  • Traffic routing

Module 7: Azure Databases

  • Azure SQL Database
  • Azure Cosmos DB
  • Azure Database for PostgreSQL
  • Azure Cache for Redis
  • Database selection

Module 8: Containers and Kubernetes

  • Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
  • Azure Container Registry
  • Container Apps
  • Workload deployment
  • Cluster scaling

Module 9: Serverless Computing

  • Azure Functions
  • Logic Apps
  • Event Grid
  • Event-driven architecture
  • API integration

Module 10: Integration Services

  • Azure Service Bus
  • Event Hubs
  • API Management
  • Messaging services
  • Integration patterns

Module 11: Security Architecture

  • Microsoft Entra ID
  • Azure Key Vault
  • Microsoft Defender for Cloud
  • Azure Firewall
  • Zero Trust principles

Module 12: Monitoring and Observability

  • Azure Monitor
  • Log Analytics
  • Application Insights
  • Metrics
  • Alerts

Module 13: Infrastructure Automation

  • Azure Resource Manager (ARM) Templates
  • Bicep
  • Infrastructure as Code
  • Resource provisioning
  • Deployment automation

Module 14: High Availability and Disaster Recovery

  • Availability Zones
  • Availability Sets
  • Azure Backup
  • Azure Site Recovery
  • Business continuity

Module 15: Cost Optimization

  • Azure Cost Management
  • Budget planning
  • Resource optimization
  • Cost monitoring
  • Financial governance

Module 16: Performance Optimization

  • Compute optimization
  • Storage optimization
  • Network performance
  • Application optimization
  • Capacity planning

Module 17: Cloud Migration

  • Azure Migrate
  • Migration planning
  • Application migration
  • Database migration
  • Validation strategies

Module 18: Cloud Governance

  • Azure Policy
  • Management Groups
  • Resource tagging
  • Governance practices
  • Operational management

Module 19: Architecture Design Patterns

  • Scalable architecture
  • Secure architecture
  • Microservices
  • Event-driven applications
  • Cloud-native best practices

Module 20: End-to-End Solution Architecture

  • Solution planning
  • Infrastructure design
  • Deployment strategy
  • Architecture validation
  • Operational readiness 
— 01.2 · Is it right for you?

Who it's for & what's included

Pick a delivery method to see exactly who it suits and everything you receive.

Who it's for

Classroom

Best for learners who want face-to-face tuition and to network with peers in person.

What's included

Everything you get

  • Live instructor on-site
  • Printed workbook & materials
  • Group exercises & case studies
Who it's for

Online Instructor-Led

Best for learners who want a live instructor and a fixed schedule, without the travel.

What's included

Everything you get

  • Live instructor via video call
  • Digital workbook & resources
  • Session recordings
Who it's for

Self-Paced

Best for self-motivated learners who need maximum flexibility around work and life.

What's included

Everything you get

  • On-demand video lessons
  • Interactive quizzes
  • 24/7 access on any device
— What you will master

Course Objectives

01

Understand Microsoft Azure architecture and core services

02

Design scalable and secure cloud solutions

03

Deploy and manage compute, storage, and networking resources

04

Implement cloud security and identity management best practices

05

Build containerized and serverless cloud applications

06

Optimize cloud performance, reliability, and operational costs

07

Automate infrastructure deployment using Azure tools

08

Design enterprise-ready cloud architectures using Microsoft Azure

— Questions answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should attend this course?
This course is ideal for cloud engineers, solutions architects, DevOps engineers, developers, and IT professionals working with Microsoft Azure.
Do I need prior Microsoft Azure experience?
A basic understanding of cloud computing, networking, and virtualization concepts is recommended before taking this course.
Will the course include practical exercises?
Yes. Participants will complete hands-on labs covering infrastructure deployment, networking, storage, security, monitoring, and cloud solution design.
Which Microsoft Azure services are covered?
The course covers Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure App Service, Azure Functions, Azure SQL Database, Azure Blob Storage, Azure Monitor, Azure Key Vault, Azure Resource Manager, Azure Policy, and Azure Migrate.
What skills will I gain after completing this course?
You will learn to design, deploy, secure, monitor, optimize, and manage scalable Microsoft Azure solutions using modern cloud architecture and operational best practices.
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