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Nithin_khanna
Copper Contributor
Nov 16, 2024

How are you able to prepare for Azure certification or any other exams with full time job.

I am 29 M and i had been working in cloud since 4 years now , i have worked on azure mostly but i guess now its time for me to look for another jobs in another organization as my salary has been constant since a long time. I feel like getting certified will give more opportunity and better probability of getting my resume shortlisted. Please share any hacks or tips if you have

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  • Kidd_Ip's avatar
    Kidd_Ip
    MVP
    Nov 18, 2024

    How about Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate?

     

    Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate

    • Target Audience: Beginners with some on-the-job experience, looking to specialize in Microsoft Azure.
    • Skills Covered: Azure computing, storage, networking, and security services.
  • kareem_t's avatar
    kareem_t
    Copper Contributor
    Nov 16, 2024

    Hi Nithin,

    Working a full-time job while preparing for Azure certifications can be challenging, especially when balancing work and personal life. However, it’s achievable if you dedicate just one to two hours a day to personal development. The good thing is that on-the-job experience with Azure gives you a head start. Here are a few tips to help you succeed:

    Here are some free resources to help with your journey:

    • https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/browse/ A free, interactive platform with guided modules aligned to Azure certifications.
    • https://esi.microsoft.com/: Depending on your employer, you may have access to free Microsoft ESI instructor-led certification trainings.
    • YouTube: Check out John Savill’s Technical Training for comprehensive and easy-to-follow Azure videos.

    Hope this helps and good luck!

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