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Microsoft Azure Essentials

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Get familiar with the in-demand Azure skills through this free online Microsoft Azure course. Get hands-on experience using Microsoft Azure while learning its fundamentals and components.

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Mohit Batra

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This online Azure course starts by talking about what Cloud Computing is and puts forth the details regarding various cloud models. You will then focus on the various delivery models and understand the roles you and Azure play in each model. You will learn about various Azure services available and thoroughly examine the Azure components. Further, you will also get information regarding the Azure services across various regions and get in-depth of Azure regions and resource manager. Lastly, you will go through a demo on the Azure components through the hands-on implementation of various components in Microsoft Azure. Complete the quiz at the end of the course to gain a certificate of course completion.

 

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Course outline

Introduction to Cloud Computing

This module starts with helping you understand what Cloud Computing is and go through various cloud models like public, private, and hybrid clouds.
 

Delivery Models for Azure

This module focuses on various delivery models like on-premises, Infrastructure-as-a-Service, Platform-as-a-Service, and Software-as-a-Service, where you will understand the roles managed by you and Azure in these models.
 

Introduction to Azure and Types of Services

Azure Concepts

Azure Components

 Dive into Azure's core components and architecture.

Azure Regions

Azure Resource Manager

Demonstration for Azure Components

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This course is ideal for

  • Beginners wanting to learn cloud computing fundamentals.
  • Students and job seekers exploring cloud roles.
  • Working professionals managing IT infrastructure.
  • Learners who need certified proof of Microsoft Azure skills.

Microsoft Azure Essentials

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5.0

United Kingdom
“What is Cloud Computing and Azure Fundamentals”
Azure fundamentals are covered in this course. The instructor covered the fundamentals well.
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5.0

United States
“Learning More About Microsoft Azure”
I really liked seeing the application within the video tutorial.
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5.0

Germany
“Azure Cloud Provider from Microsoft Highlight”
It is good to follow the topics and easy to understand the basics, but it needs more clarification and project-based teaching.
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5.0

South Africa
“Azure Has Various Aspects Including Cloud”
Cloud computing in Azure makes life simpler by simplifying everything done in the cloud by paying as you go for what you only use.
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4.0

Germany
“Azure Intro Was as Expected and Fulfilled All My Expectations”
Azure intro was as expected and fulfilled all my expectations.
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5.0

“Excellent Teaching. Quizzes Are Very Important to Us”
Excellent teaching. Quizzes are very important to us. From them, we can check and gain knowledge of our status.
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5.0

“Successfully Completed an Azure Course”
Successfully completed an Azure course. It's a great platform.
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5.0

Philippines
“You're Responsible for Protecting the Security of Your Data and Identities”
Customers are responsible for securing the operating system, network control, applications, identity and directory infrastructure, accounts and identities, devices, and information and security.
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5.0

India
“Easy to Follow Topics and Materials”
Easy to follow topics and materials, also the in-depth knowledge.
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5.0

Ireland
“It Was Nice Learning Azure for the First Time”
The quiz question has a typo. The RBAC question had the correct option as "Roll based access control" rather it should have been "Role based".

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Mohit Batra

Faculty - PGPCC, Great Learning Founder of CRYSTAL TALKS , Crystal Talks

Cloud Computing Expert

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Mr. Mohit Batra is the founder of CRYSTAL TALKS, a Microsoft Certified Trainer, and a seasoned technology leader with over 20 years of experience in designing and delivering enterprise-scale BI, big data, and AI solutions. A former Microsoft professional, he has built data warehouses exceeding 5TB and developed mission-critical systems enabling multi-billion-dollar operations across finance, sales, marketing, and compliance. He is also a recognized author on Pluralsight, ACloudGuru, and O’Reilly, with his course "Build Your First ETL Pipeline Using Azure Databricks" widely adopted by professionals in the cloud data space.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I receive a certificate upon completing this free course?

Yes, upon successful completion of the course and payment of the certificate fee, you will receive a completion certificate that you can add to your resume.

Is this course free?

Yes, you may enroll in the course and access the course content for free. However, if you wish to obtain a certificate upon completion, a non-refundable fee is applicable.

What prerequisites are required to learn this Microsoft Azure free course?

Enrolling in this online Microsoft Azure Essentials free course requires no prerequisites. It is particularly designed for beginners to learn Azure from scratch.
 

Will I get a certificate after completing this free Microsoft Azure Essentials course?

Yes, you will get a certificate of completion for Microsoft Azure Essentials after completing all the modules and cracking the assessment. The assessment tests your knowledge of the subject and badges your skills.

How much does this Microsoft Azure Essentials course cost?

It is an entirely free course from Great Learning Academy. Anyone interested in learning the basics of Artificial Intelligence can get started with this course.

Is there any limit on how many times I can take this free course?

Once you enroll in the Microsoft Azure Essentials course, you have lifetime access. So, you can log in anytime and learn it for free online.

Can I sign up for multiple courses from Great Learning Academy at the same time?

Yes, you can enroll in as many courses as you want from Great Learning Academy. There is no limit to the number of courses you can enroll in at once, but since the courses offered by Great Learning Academy are free, we suggest you learn one by one to get the best out of the subject.

Why choose Great Learning Academy for this free Microsoft Azure Essentials course?

Great Learning Academy provides this Microsoft Azure Essentials course for free online. The course is self-paced and helps you understand various topics that fall under the subject with solved problems and demonstrated examples. The course is carefully designed, keeping in mind to cater to both beginners and professionals, and is delivered by subject experts.

Great Learning is a global ed-tech platform dedicated to developing competent professionals. Great Learning Academy is an initiative by Great Learning that offers in-demand free online courses to help people advance in their jobs. More than 5 million learners from 140 countries have benefited from Great Learning Academy's free online courses with certificates. It is a one-stop place for all of a learner's goals.

What are the steps to enroll in this Microsoft Azure Essentials course?

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Will I have lifetime access to this free Microsoft Azure Essentials course?

Yes, once you enroll in the course, you will have lifetime access, where you can log in and learn whenever you want to. 

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