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Azure Developer (AZ-204) Preparation in Lagos
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Four-day preparation to design, build, secure and monitor Azure applications through guided labs and exam-style drills aligned to AZ-204.
THE BIG PICTURE
About this course
AZ-204: Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure is the exam required to earn the Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate credential, awarded by Microsoft. It validates skills in developing, securing, integrating, and monitoring cloud applications on Azure for professional developer roles. Across four days (09:00–17:30), you practise building compute workloads with App Service, Functions and containers; working with storage and data access; implementing identity and application security; and monitoring, optimisation and integration patterns. Labs use Azure SDKs, the CLI and the portal to deploy, test and troubleshoot realistic workloads, with guided decision-making and peer discussion. The AZ-204 exam is a single, closed-book, proctored test available online or at test centres via Pearson VUE. A scaled score of 700/1000 is required to pass. The associated certification is valid for one year and can be renewed annually by completing a free online assessment on Microsoft Learn. Microsoft owns the certification scheme. MindClick provides training and exam preparation and is not an accredited or authorised partner.
What you’ll learn
- Design and deploy Azure compute solutions with App Service, Azure Functions and containers
- Implement data storage with Blob, Files, Queues and Cosmos DB, using appropriate SDKs and patterns
- Secure applications with Microsoft Entra ID, managed identities, Key Vault and application configuration
- Integrate Azure services with messaging, events and APIs, applying resiliency and retry patterns
- Instrument, monitor and troubleshoot applications using Azure Monitor and Application Insights
- Automate deployment and configuration using CLI/PowerShell and infrastructure as code concepts
- Review architectural trade-offs for performance, cost, reliability and security in Azure solutions
- Prepare for AZ-204 with exam-style questions, a timed mock exam and a personal study plan
A CLEAR PATH FORWARD
4-day Azure Developer (AZ-204) Preparation agenda
4 instructor-led days (32 contact hours) mapped to the exam domains. Each day combines short concept sessions, hands-on practice on a running case study and exam-style questions.
- Learning route
- 4 recommended days
- Practical work
- 4 guided activities
- Finish with
- Mock exam + certification exam
Take a look at each day. Open a section to see the topics and practical work.
Day 1Azure compute and application hostingDevelop Azure compute solutions; intro to connecting services
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–10:30 · Azure compute options overview (App Service, Azure Functions, containers) and environment setup
- 10:45–12:15 · Build and deploy a web API to Azure App Service with deployment slots and configuration
- 13:15–14:45 · Author and test Azure Functions (HTTP triggers, input/output bindings; durable patterns overview)
- 15:00–16:15 · Containerise and run apps with Azure Container Apps or AKS basics; image registry workflows
- 16:15–17:00 · Exam-style practice questions on compute, with rationale discussion
- 17:00–17:30 · Daily wrap-up, key takeaways and lab signposts
Put it into practice
Deploy a simple REST API to Azure App Service using the CLI and configure staging and production slots. Extend the solution with an Azure Function to offload a background task and validate scaling behaviour.
You’ll take away
Deployed compute workload and configuration notes
Day 2Storage and data accessDevelop for Azure storage
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–10:30 · Recap and Q&A; choose data stores (Blob, Files, Queues, Cosmos DB, SQL Database) for workload needs
- 10:45–12:15 · Implement Azure Blob storage access (SDK usage, SAS, lifecycle management, soft delete and versioning)
- 13:15–14:45 · Develop with Cosmos DB (SQL API, partitioning, indexing, request units and consistency levels)
- 15:00–16:15 · Add caching and messaging with Azure Cache for Redis and Queue/Service Bus basics
- 16:15–17:00 · Exam-style practice questions on storage and data access
- 17:00–17:30 · Daily wrap-up, key takeaways and lab signposts
Put it into practice
Build a data ingestion workflow that uploads files to Blob storage with client-side retry and metrics. Implement a Cosmos DB repository with proper partition keys and measure RU consumption under load.
You’ll take away
Data access code samples and configuration files
Day 3Application identity and securityImplement Azure security
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–10:30 · Recap and Q&A; identity options with Microsoft Entra ID, OAuth/OIDC flows and managed identities
- 10:45–12:15 · Add authentication and authorisation to App Service/Functions; app roles and scopes in code
- 13:15–14:45 · Protect secrets with Azure Key Vault, certificates and application configuration
- 15:00–16:15 · Network-aware development: private endpoints, service endpoints and RBAC considerations in code
- 16:15–17:00 · Exam-style practice questions on identity and security
- 17:00–17:30 · Daily wrap-up, key takeaways and lab signposts
Put it into practice
Secure a web API with Microsoft Entra ID, using app registrations and managed identity for downstream calls. Store secrets in Key Vault, rotate one secret and verify the application reads configuration securely.
You’ll take away
Secured app configuration and identity lab notes
Day 4Monitoring, troubleshooting and integrationMonitor, troubleshoot and optimize; connect to and consume services
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–10:30 · Recap and Q&A; observe applications with Azure Monitor, Application Insights, logs and tracing
- 10:45–12:15 · Troubleshoot and optimise performance; resiliency, retry and circuit-breaker patterns
- 13:15–14:45 · Connect to and consume Azure services and third-party APIs; Event Grid, Service Bus and Logic Apps
- 15:00–16:15 · Mock exam (timed) and group review of answers and techniques
- 16:15–17:00 · Targeted remediation lab and exam-style drills on weaker areas
- 17:00–17:30 · Exam booking guidance, test-day tips and personal study plan
Put it into practice
Instrument an existing app with Application Insights, add custom telemetry and create alerts/dashboards. Complete a timed mock exam, then review results to identify priority topics for final study.
You’ll take away
Monitoring dashboards and personal exam preparation plan
Bring it all together
Certification exam: Exam AZ-204: Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure, awarded by Microsoft. Closed book, online proctored or test centre via Pearson VUE. Pass mark: 700/1000 scaled score. Validity: Certification valid for one year; renew annually via a free online assessment on Microsoft Learn. Every attendee also receives a MindClick certificate of completion for 32 contact hours.
What you receive
You earn two separate credentials. The sample shows the MindClick training certificate.
- MindClick certificate of completion: 4 days, 32 contact hours, issued to every attendee who completes the course.
- Exam AZ-204: Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure: issued by Microsoft when you meet its requirements and pass the exam.
Before you choose your learning route
Session timings are indicative; the trainer may adjust them for the group. Exam details reflect the awarding body’s published information at the time of writing; confirm the current version when you book.
Microsoft owns this certification scheme. MindClick provides training and exam preparation and is not an accredited or authorised partner of Microsoft.
Fees
| Delivery format | Fee per learner | Exam fee |
|---|---|---|
| Live online | $2,800 USD | Included |
| Classroom | $4,500 USD | Included |
One awarding-body certification exam attempt is included in the training fee. Confirm the current fee, any applicable tax and what the fee covers in writing before you pay.
Prerequisites
- No formal prerequisite is enforced, but Microsoft recommends professional development experience (ideally 1–2 years) and familiarity with Azure SDKs/CLI and at least one language such as C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python or Java. Bring a laptop with a modern browser and local install rights; access to an Azure subscription is helpful (sandbox or alternatives can be provided).
Who is this course for?
- Professionals and teams evaluating this subject for their work.
FIND YOUR START
Confirmed batch starts
Choose a published start, then review your offer in the same enrollment flow. A start date is not the full timetable or a seat reservation.
Choose your country & monthStarts
- Training location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Local timezone
- Africa/Lagos
Joining details and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Local timezone
- Africa/Lagos
Joining details and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Local timezone
- Africa/Lagos
Venue and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Local timezone
- Africa/Lagos
Venue and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Local timezone
- Africa/Lagos
Joining details and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Local timezone
- Africa/Lagos
Joining details and full session timetable to be supplied.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the course?
4 days, 32 contact hours, normally 09:00 to 17:30 with breaks. The agenda follows the exam domains and the final day includes a mock exam.
What is the exam format?
Exam AZ-204: Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure: closed book, online proctored or test centre via Pearson VUE. Pass mark: 700/1000 scaled score. Confirm the current version with the awarding body when you book.
Is the exam included?
Yes. Outside India the fee includes one certification exam attempt. Retakes are booked and paid directly with the awarding body.
Are there prerequisites?
No formal prerequisite is enforced, but Microsoft recommends professional development experience (ideally 1–2 years) and familiarity with Azure SDKs/CLI and at least one language such as C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python or Java. Bring a laptop with a modern browser and local install rights; access to an Azure subscription is helpful (sandbox or alternatives can be provided).
What certificate will I receive?
Two credentials. MindClick issues a certificate of completion for 32 contact hours to every attendee. Microsoft issues the Exam AZ-204: Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure certification when you pass the exam and meet its requirements. Certification valid for one year; renew annually via a free online assessment on Microsoft Learn.
Is MindClick an accredited training partner for this certification?
MindClick provides training and exam preparation and is not an accredited/authorised partner of Microsoft; Microsoft sets the AZ-204 exam and it is administered via Pearson VUE.
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