This comprehensive course offers a hands-on journey into the fundamentals and practical applications of Microsoft Azure, one of the leading cloud platforms in the industry. Designed for beginners and IT professionals aiming to build a strong foundation in cloud computing, the course starts with essential concepts such as the principles of cloud computing, service models, deployment strategies, and the Azure architecture.

Microsoft Azure - Essentials

Microsoft Azure - Essentials
This course is part of Microsoft Azure: Cloud Solutions Mastery Specialization

Instructor: EDUCBA
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Beginner level
Recommended experience
1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Skills you'll gain
- Cloud Computing Architecture
- Computing Platforms
- Cloud Deployment
- Data Storage
- Virtualization and Virtual Machines
- Microsoft Development Tools
- Cloud Services
- Cloud Computing
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Cloud Hosting
- Application Servers
- Cloud Platforms
- Hybrid Cloud Computing
- Data Storage Technologies
- Application Deployment
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Assessments
20 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Microsoft Azure: Cloud Solutions Mastery Specialization
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QQ
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
Easy to follow Azure introduction . Good for beginners.
NN
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026
Simple, structured microsoft azure course, great for first-time learners.
R
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025
Comprehensive, practical, beginner-friendly,cloud - focused.

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