Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104)
How to prepare for AZ-104
A 5-stage plan from your first study session to exam day. Adjust the pace to your own schedule.
Study plan
| Stage | What to do | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Foundations of Azure Identity Study Azure AD concepts, user and group management, and role‑based access control to build a solid identity base. | Week 1 |
| 2 | Core Compute & Storage Services Hands‑on labs with virtual machines, storage accounts, and backup solutions to understand provisioning and maintenance. | Week 2‑3 |
| 3 | Networking Essentials Learn virtual networks, subnets, load balancers, and VPN gateways, focusing on connectivity and security. | Week 4 |
| 4 | Governance & Monitoring Explore policies, resource locks, Azure Monitor, and cost‑management tools to keep environments compliant and efficient. | Week 5 |
| 5 | Practice Exams & Review Take practice tests, review weak areas, and reinforce knowledge with ARM template exercises. | Week 6 |
Exam domains
These come from the official exam outline.
- Identity & Azure AD
- Virtual machines & networking
- Storage accounts
- Load balancing & VPN
- Monitoring & backup
- ARM Templates
AZ-104 preparation questions
How many steps are in the AZ-104 study plan?
This plan has 5 stages, starting with foundations of Azure Identity and ending with practice Exams & Review.
Do I need prior experience for AZ-104?
AZ-104 is rated Intermediate. Check the official exam page for any formal requirements before you start.
What should I study for AZ-104?
Focus on the official exam domains: Identity & Azure AD, Virtual machines & networking, Storage accounts, Load balancing & VPN, Monitoring & backup, ARM Templates.
Exam outlines change between versions. Check the official exam page for the current outline before you start.