This video tutorial introduces the AZ204 Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure course, led by Scott Duffy. It covers both the AZ204 and the retiring AZ203 exams, explaining that passing either grants Microsoft Certified Azure Developer Associate certification. The course details the AZ204 exam topics, including Azure compute solutions, storage, security, monitoring, and more. It recommends having 1-2 years of development experience and familiarity with tools like SDKs, PowerShell, and Azure CLI. The course is structured to guide learners from basics to advanced topics, ensuring comprehensive preparation for the exam.

What is the main focus of the AZ 204 exam?

• Developing solutions for Microsoft Azure

• Managing Microsoft Office 365

• Designing Microsoft SQL databases

• Configuring Windows Server

Which exam is being retired around August 31st?

• AZ 203

• AZ 900

• AZ 500

• AZ 104

What is one of the key topics covered in the AZ 204 exam?

• Developing Azure compute solutions

• Designing user interfaces

• Managing on-premises servers

• Configuring network routers

What experience does Microsoft recommend for AZ 204 exam takers?

• 5 years of project management

• 1-2 years of development experience

• No prior experience required

• Expertise in hardware engineering

Which tools are emphasized in the course for connecting to Azure services?

• Azure CLI and PowerShell

• Google Docs and Sheets

• Microsoft Word and Excel

• Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator