Forum Discussion

harilall2012's avatar
harilall2012
Copper Contributor
Jan 16, 2024

AZ-104 Versus AZ-204

Hi,

 

I would like to get the AZ-305 Certification, I already have the AZ-900 the next options are the AZ-104 or the AZ-204, what is the difference between the two and which would be the recommended one?

8 Replies

  • jone97's avatar
    jone97
    Occasional Reader

    If your final goal is AZ-305 and Azure Solutions Architect, I would personally recommend AZ-104 first. AZ-104 gives you a stronger foundation in Azure administration, networking, identity, storage, monitoring, and infrastructure management. These areas connect very closely with the design decisions you will see later in AZ-305.

    AZ-204 is also valuable, but it is more suitable if your career path is Azure development, apps, APIs, and developer focused cloud solutions. For an architect salary path, https://passitexams.com/download/az-104-exam-dumps/ usually makes more sense because architects need to understand how Azure environments are actually managed before designing them.

    My study approach would be: Microsoft Learn first, hands-on Azure labs second, then practice questions to check weak areas. I use PassITExams as part of revision practice, not as a shortcut, but to understand question patterns and improve exam readiness.

  • Gore8376's avatar
    Gore8376
    Copper Contributor


    Thanks to Dumpsforsure, I saved time and avoided confusion while preparing for AZ-204. Their content was focused and precise, making me feel ready on test day. That’s why I passed from Dumpsforsure.

    • Vaniya74's avatar
      Vaniya74
      Copper Contributor

      Congratulation man🤩. I have passed too with their study resources.

  • Rustum007's avatar
    Rustum007
    Copper Contributor

    I am already preparing az-104 and az-305, which practice test can or study material would be best for prep?

  • harilall2012 

     

    I believe you are talking about the path to obtain Azure Solution Architect ?

    Please refer to screenshot below:

     

     

    • harilall2012's avatar
      harilall2012
      Copper Contributor

      Kidd_Ip correct I can do either one to attain the AZ-305 I'd just like to know if there is one that is preferable over the other, the end goal being the best salary I can get

  • harilall2012 

     

    It depends, AZ-104 is more focused on Azure administration and infrastructure management, while AZ-204 is geared toward application development and designing solutions using Azure services. The choice between them depends on your role and career path.

    • harilall2012's avatar
      harilall2012
      Copper Contributor
      But both of them lead up to the AZ-305 so which one is preferable? End goal is the one that would pay better