Course Overview
The Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305) course by Stalwart Learning is designed for experienced IT professionals who want to take their expertise in cloud architecture to the next level. This advanced course covers designing and implementing complex Azure solutions, focusing on key areas like infrastructure, security, storage, compute, and networking. Participants will gain the skills to design high-performance, scalable, and resilient solutions on Azure, and will be fully prepared for the AZ-305 certification exam. Through real-world case studies and hands-on labs, learners will develop the skills necessary to design enterprise-level cloud solutions.
Duration
40 hours (5 days)
Prerequisites
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) or equivalent experience.
- Strong experience in cloud-based architecture, networking, and security principles.
Course Outline
1. Overview of Azure Solutions Architect Role
- Key responsibilities of a Solutions Architect
- Understanding the principles of solution architecture in Azure
2. Designing Azure Compute Solutions
- Designing Virtual Machine (VM) and container-based solutions
- Implementing App Services and Functions for serverless architectures
3. Designing Azure Storage Solutions
- Choosing the right storage solution (Blob, Disk, File, Data Lake)
- Implementing high availability and disaster recovery for storage
4. Designing Networking and Security Solutions
- Implementing secure and scalable networking with VNet, ExpressRoute, and VPN
- Designing security policies with Azure Firewall, NVA, and NSG
5. Designing Identity and Access Solutions
- Implementing Azure Active Directory (AAD) for authentication and authorization
- Managing identity solutions for enterprise-scale applications
6. Designing Monitoring and Management Solutions
- Designing monitoring strategies using Azure Monitor and Log Analytics
- Implementing Azure Automation and Cost Management
7. Designing for Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
- Designing backup solutions with Azure Backup
- Implementing Site Recovery for business continuity
8. Exam Preparation and Practice Tests
- AZ-305 exam structure, study tips, and preparation strategies
- Mock exams and scenario-based questions