This module is suitable for IT personnel who are just beginning to work with Azure. This audience wants to learn about our offerings and get hands-on experience with the product. This module primarily uses the Azure portal and command line interface to create resources and does not require scripting skills. Students in this course will gain confidence to take other role-based courses and certifications, such as Azure Administrator. This module combines lecture, demonstrations, and hands-on labs.

• Describe Cloud computing
  
• Describe the benefits of using cloud services
  
• Describe cloud service types
  
• Describe the core architectural components of Azure
  
• Describe Azure compute and networking services
  
• Describe Azure storage services
  
• Describe Azure identity, access and security
  
• Describe cost management in Azure
  
• Describe features and tools in Azure for governance and compliance
  
• Describe feature and tools for managing and deploying Azure resources
  
• Describe monitoring tools in Azure
  

Learners are able to: 

• understand general cloud computing concepts,
  
• understand core services available with Microsoft Azure,
  
• understand security, privacy, compliance, and trust with Microsoft Azure,
  
• understand pricing and support models available with Microsoft.

• You will gain the foundational knowledge of Microsoft Azure
• You will evaluate and assess the business and technical benefits of Microsoft Azure