Blog 2: AZ-900 Topic-Wise Preparation Plan with Weightage

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Welcome back! If you haven’t already, make sure to check out **Blog 1: Understanding the AZ-900 Exam Pattern** where we covered everything about the exam format, question types, scoring system, and structure. It’s the perfect starting point before diving into this detailed preparation plan.

AZ-900 Exam Syllabus with Weightage

Domains

1. Cloud Concepts 25–30%

2. Azure Core Services 15–20%

3. Azure Core Solutions & Tools10–15%

4. Security & Network Features10–15%

5. Identity, Governance & Compliance20–25%

6. Pricing & Service Level Agreements10–15%

14-Day Study Plan — AZ-900 Crash Course

Day 1–3: Cloud Concepts (25–30%)

• Understand Cloud models: IaaS, PaaS, SaaS
• Compare Public, Private, and Hybrid Cloud
• Benefits and economics of cloud services

🎯 Focus Area: Cloud delivery models & CapEx vs OpEx

Day 4–5: Core Azure Services (15–20%)

• Explore Compute (VMs), Storage, Networking (VNet), Azure SQL
• Get hands-on with the Azure Portal

🎯 Tip: Try deploying a simple resource in Azure

Day 6–7: Core Solutions & Management Tools (10–15%)

• Learn about IoT, AI, DevOps tools
• Practice Azure CLI, PowerShell, Resource Manager (ARM) templates

🎯 Tip: Use Cloud Shell for hands-on commands

Day 8–9: Security & Network Features (10–15%)

• Understand Azure Security Center, NSGs, DDoS Protection
• Focus on layered security approach

🎯 Tip: Know the purpose of each Azure security tool

Day 10–11: Identity, Governance, Compliance (20–25%)

• Dive into Azure AD, RBAC, Azure Policy, Compliance Manager
• Learn about privacy principles and regulatory compliance

🎯 Tip: Know difference between Roles and Policies

Day 12: Pricing and SLA (10–15%)

• Use Azure Pricing Calculator & TCO Estimator
• Understand SLA percentages and lifecycle of support

🎯 Try creating pricing estimates for a small project

Day 13–14: Practice Tests + Review

• Take 2–3 mock exams
• Review all wrong answers and revisit Learn modules
• Create a quick revision sheet or flashcards

Tools & Resources

• Microsoft Learn — AZ-900 Path
• Whizlabs or Udemy AZ-900 Mock Tests
• Azure Portal: Try free sandbox for hands-on practice

Certification is just the beginning! Preparing for AZ-900 equips you with cloud literacy and opens the door to roles in cloud, DevOps, and security. Keep learning and stay curious.

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