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Designing and Implementing Microsoft DevOps Solutions AZ 400 Certification Guide: Gain Azure DevOps expertise, pass the AZ-400 with confidence, and boost your cloud career [Mīkstie vāki]

  • Formāts: Paperback / softback, height x width: 235x191 mm
  • Izdošanas datums: 17-Sep-2025
  • Izdevniecība: Packt Publishing Limited
  • ISBN-10: 1836642415
  • ISBN-13: 9781836642411
  • Formāts: Paperback / softback, height x width: 235x191 mm
  • Izdošanas datums: 17-Sep-2025
  • Izdevniecība: Packt Publishing Limited
  • ISBN-10: 1836642415
  • ISBN-13: 9781836642411
Get practical, exam-focused guidance to help you become a certified Azure DevOps Engineer.

Key Features

Master the full AZ-400 syllabus with clear coverage of all exam objectives and formats Apply key DevOps concepts through real-world scenarios, flashcards, and examples Prepare with mock exams and free hands-on labs hosted in updatable source control

Book DescriptionThe AZ-400 certification proves your ability to design and implement DevOps practices on Microsoft Azure, making it a key step forward for cloud engineers and DevOps professionals. This comprehensive study guide is designed to help you pass the AZ-400 exam on your first attempt, covering every objective in detail. Youll find clear explanations, end-of-chapter review questions, full-length mock exams, and hands-on solutions that reinforce your understanding. Key topics include continuous integration, continuous delivery, infrastructure as code, containerization, security, and automation. Through practical labs and real-world scenarios, you'll gain the experience needed to apply these concepts in live environments. The book also explores advanced topics such as site reliability engineering, cloud transformation strategies, and compliance. By the end, you will have a solid foundation in Azure DevOps, the ability to deliver secure and reliable deployments, and the confidence to excel in the AZ-400 exam and your DevOps career.What you will learn

Plan project workflows, traceability, and team collaboration Manage branching and repos using Git and Azure Repos Build and deploy CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps tools Integrate security and compliance into DevOps pipelines Monitor metrics and app performance to improve reliability Automate cloud infra using Terraform and ARM templates Use blue-green deploys and feature flags to reduce downtime Prepare with mock exams, practice tests, and exam strategies

Who this book is forThis book is for cloud engineers, DevOps professionals, and IT practitioners aiming to pass the AZ-400 exam and master Azure DevOps. Ideal for those with 12 years of IT experience, a basic understanding of Azure, and familiarity with DevOps concepts, Git, and CI/CD. Readers will gain practical skills in real-world DevOps implementation, exam strategy, and hands-on labs. Its perfect for those looking to boost their credentials and advance their careers in cloud and DevOps roles.
Table of Contents

Certification and Exam Overview
Introduction to Processes and Communications
Feedback Cycles and Integration for Work Tracking
Source, Bug, and Quality Traceability
Introduction to Source Control Strategies
Managing Pull Request Workflows and Repositories
Package Management Strategies
Testing Strategies for Pipelines
Designing and Implementing Pipelines
Infrastructure-as-Code and Pipeline Maintenance
Overview of Continuous Delivery (CD)
Deployment Strategies in CD
Authentication and Authorization Methods
Managing Sensitive Information
Security and Compliance Scanning
Monitoring DevOps Environments
Analyzing Metrics and Telemetry
Log Management and Kusto Query Language (KQL)
Configuring Alerts and Notifications
Comprehensive Review and Exam Preparation
Werner Rall is a passionate innovator and Microsoft technology expert specializing in Azure, Cloud Solutions, PowerShell, DevOps, Automation, and C#. He believes in technology's power to expand creativity and is always exploring what's possible with innovative solutions. He has presented at Microsoft Ignite, Dot Net Conference, and Build AI Africa, and regularly shares real-world DevOps insights through blogs and South African user groups. Werner has worked with hundreds of customers across industries and continents, and has been a Microsoft Certified Trainer for 5+ years. Outside work, he enjoys riding his KTM 990 Adventure, surfing, and traveling with his wife.