Microsoft Azure Administrator AZ-104

Transform your Azure journey with expert-led training from Refactored.pro

🎯 About This Repository

This repository contains comprehensive study materials, lab exercises, and practical resources for the Microsoft AZ-104: Azure Administrator Associate certification. Developed by the expert instructors at Refactored.pro, this content is designed to help IT professionals master Azure administration and pass the AZ-104 certification exam.

🚀 What You'll Learn

The AZ-104 certification validates your ability to implement, manage, and monitor Azure environments. This repository covers all exam objectives:

Core Skills Domains

• Manage Azure identities and governance (15-20%)

  • Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) management
  • Role-based access control (RBAC)
  • Subscriptions and governance policies

• Implement and manage storage (15-20%)

  • Storage accounts and blob storage
  • File shares and disk management
  • Data protection and backup strategies

• Deploy and manage Azure compute resources (20-25%)

  • Virtual machines and containers
  • Azure App Service and serverless computing
  • Auto-scaling and load balancing

• Configure and manage virtual networking (20-25%)

  • Virtual networks and subnets
  • Network security groups and routing
  • VPN and ExpressRoute connectivity

• Monitor and maintain Azure resources (10-15%)

  • Azure Monitor and Log Analytics
  • Backup and disaster recovery
  • Performance optimization

🎓 About Refactored.pro

Refactored.pro is a leading online learning platform specializing in cloud computing, DevOps, cybersecurity, and leadership skills for technical professionals. Founded in 2017, Refactored has helped thousands of students advance their careers through:

• Expert-Led Training: Courses taught by Microsoft Certified Trainers (MCTs) and MVPs
• Hands-On Labs: Real-world scenarios and practical demonstrations
• Community Support: Access to a vibrant community of IT professionals
• Career Guidance: Tailored learning paths and career roadmaps
• Up-to-Date Content: Regular updates aligned with the latest Azure services

Featured Instructor: Nick Colyer

The AZ-104 course is led by Nick Colyer, Founder of Refactored.pro and VP of Digital Engineering at AHEAD, LLC. With over 25 years of IT expertise, Nick is a:

• Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT)
• Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP)
• Trusted educator with thousands of successful students worldwide

🎯 Prerequisites

Before starting this course, you should have:

• Basic understanding of networking, storage, compute, and virtualization concepts
• Familiarity with operating systems (Windows/Linux)
• General knowledge of IT administration
• Basic understanding of PowerShell and command-line interfaces
• An active Azure subscription for hands-on practice

🚀 Getting Started

1. Clone this repository:

   git clone https://github.com/refactoredpro/AZ-104.git
   cd AZ-104

2. Set up your Azure environment:

   • Create a free Azure account at azure.microsoft.com
   • Install Azure CLI and PowerShell modules
   • Configure your development environment

3. Follow the learning path:

   • Start with the study guides in /study-guides/
   • Complete hands-on labs in /labs/
   • Practice with scripts in /scripts/
   • Test your knowledge with practice exams

4. Join the community:

   • Enroll in a Refactored.pro membership
   • Connect with fellow learners and industry professionals
   • Access additional resources and career guidance

📚 Additional Resources

Official Microsoft Resources

• AZ-104 Exam Page
• Azure Documentation
• Microsoft Learn - AZ-104 Learning Path

Refactored.pro Resources

• AZ-104 Training Course
• Azure Study Guides
• Community Forums

🏆 Certification Path

The AZ-104 certification is a crucial step in your Azure journey:

graph LR
    A[AZ-900 Fundamentals] --> B[AZ-104 Administrator]
    B --> C[AZ-305 Solutions Architect]
    B --> D[AZ-500 Security Engineer]
    B --> E[AZ-400 DevOps Engineer]

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💡 Study Tips

• Hands-on Practice: Azure is best learned by doing. Complete all lab exercises
• Regular Review: Use spaced repetition with the practice questions
• Community Engagement: Join study groups and discussion forums
• Real-world Application: Apply concepts in your current work environment
• Time Management: Allocate 3-4 weeks for comprehensive preparation

🤝 Contributing

We welcome contributions to improve this repository:

1. Fork the repository
2. Create a feature branch (git checkout -b feature/improvement)
3. Commit your changes (git commit -am 'Add new lab exercise')
4. Push to the branch (git push origin feature/improvement)
5. Create a Pull Request

📄 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

🆘 Support

• Technical Issues: Open an issue in this repository
• Course Questions: Contact Refactored.pro support
• Community Help: Join the Refactored Community

🌟 Success Stories

"I can't stress enough how difficult it is to find quality, up-to-date training material about Microsoft Azure. The Refactored team is second-to-none in knowledge, experience, and capability to turn even the most abstract topics into easy to consume concepts." - Refactored Student

"Thank you Refactored for the great content that helped me pass my AZ-104 exam to get my Azure Administrator Associate certification." - Certified Professional

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