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Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) Guide
Complete AZ-900 study material covering cloud concepts, Azure services, security, pricing, and SLA fundamentals with practice questions.
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azure-fundamentals-guide/
├── LICENSE
├── README.md
├── config.example.yaml
├── examples/
│ └── az-cli-commands.sh
├── free-sample.zip
├── guide/
│ ├── 01-overview.md
│ ├── 02-cloud-concepts-and-azure-architecture.md
│ └── 03-azure-security,-pricing-and-slas.md
├── index.html
├── practice-questions/
│ ├── answer-key.md
│ └── questions.md
├── quick-reference/
│ └── cheatsheet.md
└── study-guide/
├── 01-cloud-concepts.md
├── 02-core-azure-services.md
├── 03-security-identity-compliance.md
└── 04-pricing-sla-lifecycle.md
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Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) Study Guide
Beginner-friendly study guide covering all four AZ-900 exam domains: cloud concepts, core Azure services, security/identity/compliance, and Azure pricing/SLA/lifecycle. Includes 40 practice questions with explained answers and an exam-day cram sheet.
Exam Facts
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Exam Code | AZ-900 |
| Duration | 45 minutes |
| Questions | 40-60 questions (multiple choice, multiple select, drag-and-drop) |
| Passing Score | 700 / 1000 |
| Cost | $99 USD (free with Microsoft Learn challenges) |
| Delivery | Testing center or online proctored (Pearson VUE) |
| Prerequisites | None — entry-level certification |
| Validity | Does not expire |
Exam Domain Weights
| Domain | Weight |
|---|---|
| 1. Describe Cloud Concepts | 25-30% |
| 2. Describe Azure Architecture and Services | 35-40% |
| 3. Describe Azure Management and Governance | 30-35% |
Who This Is For
- IT beginners entering the cloud computing field
- Business professionals needing cloud literacy
- Students building foundational cloud knowledge
- Non-technical roles (project managers, sales, marketing) working with cloud teams
- Developers or admins from other platforms exploring Azure
What's Inside
Study Guide (4 chapters)
| File | Topic | Exam Weight |
|---|---|---|
study-guide/01-cloud-concepts.md | Cloud computing models, benefits, service types | 25-30% |
study-guide/02-core-azure-services.md | Compute, storage, networking, databases | 35-40% |
study-guide/03-security-identity-compliance.md | Identity, security tools, governance | Part of 30-35% |
study-guide/04-pricing-sla-lifecycle.md | Pricing, SLAs, service lifecycle | Part of 30-35% |
Practice Questions
| File | Description |
|---|---|
practice-questions/questions.md | 40 realistic questions covering all domains |
practice-questions/answer-key.md | Full answer key with beginner-friendly explanations |
Examples
| File | Description |
|---|---|
examples/az-cli-commands.sh | 30+ essential Azure CLI commands |
Quick Reference
| File | Description |
... continues with setup instructions, usage examples, and more.
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examples/az-cli-commands.sh
#!/bin/bash
# ============================================================================
# Azure CLI (az) Essential Commands for AZ-900
# ============================================================================
#
# These commands demonstrate the Azure CLI basics covered in the AZ-900 exam.
# You don't need to memorize CLI syntax for AZ-900, but understanding these
# commands helps reinforce concepts and prepares you for hands-on labs.
#
# Prerequisites:
# - Azure CLI installed (https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/cli/azure/install-azure-cli)
# - OR use Azure Cloud Shell (https://shell.azure.com) — no install needed
#
# NOTE: Replace placeholder values (YOUR_*, example-*) with your own values.
# These commands are for learning — review costs before running in a live subscription.
# ============================================================================
# ============================================================================
# 1. AUTHENTICATION & CONFIGURATION
# ============================================================================
# Log in to Azure (opens a browser for authentication)
az login
# Log in with a specific tenant (for multi-tenant scenarios)
az login --tenant YOUR_TENANT_ID
# Show currently logged-in account
az account show
# List all subscriptions your account has access to
az account list --output table
# Set the active subscription (all subsequent commands use this subscription)
az account set --subscription "YOUR_SUBSCRIPTION_NAME_OR_ID"
# Show current CLI configuration
az configure --list-defaults
# ============================================================================
# 2. RESOURCE GROUPS
# ============================================================================
# Resource groups are logical containers for Azure resources.
# Every Azure resource must belong to exactly one resource group.
# Create a resource group
az group create \
--name example-rg \
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