Five new Practice Assessments available on Microsoft Learn
Check out the five new Practice Assessments available on Microsoft Learn to help get prepared for your certification exam. SC-300 Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator AI-102 Designing and Implementing a Microsoft Azure AI Solution DP-300 Administering Microsoft Azure SQL Solutions MB-300 Microsoft Dynamics 365: Core Finance and Operations PL-400 Microsoft Power Platform DeveloperMy Azure Certification Journey...!!
I am pleased to share with you that i have successfully completed all 13 Microsoft azure certifications. It has been rewarding this year and amazing learning journey. Azure 13x Certified..!! here with i would like to share my certification journey which might be useful for your journey. My Azure Certification Journey: The journey has started some time in Jan 2021 during peak pandemic period with azure fundamentals AZ-900. The first attempt was successful in the new year beginning 2021, with this confidence i tried the remaining azure certifications and completed this milestone. it took 8 months for me to complete all 13 certifications. The journey was quite difficult but can be achieved if we put right focus and dedication towards the goal. of course, one need to sacrifice few things to achieve the same. I would like to thank to my company and MS for giving me this wonderful opportunity to enhance my azure skills. Still lots to do and help application teams to accelerate cloud adoption of Azure native solutions by accessing and providing Azure deep experience, proven frameworks, methodologies and architectural designs. https://www.credly.com/users/surya-narayana-reddy-vennapusa/badges Here with i am sharing some frequently asked questions, that will help you to understand more. What is the best way to learn and earn certifications ? The best way to learn the course is first to set a clear goal and try to start clearing one after one. continuous learning and some hands-on would help to achieve the same. MS provides free account and sandbox for practicing yourself during preparation. What are the learning sources/materials and tips ? https://docs.microsoft.com/ there are two ways to prepare ( online-free, instructor led-paid) and many other websites..like udemy, youtube..etc. Discuss with team members on azure topics and make a notes. Which ones are difficult to clear ? Professional certifications, had to clear two exams for solution architect (AZ-303,304) and two for devops (AZ-400). it took longer time to complete it. Did I fail any exam ? Yes. I failed twice before clearing Azure AI exam. The questions were different from what I expected but final attempt was successful. How did I manage the time ? Time management is critical to prep yourself. you need to plan both your work, learning and both are equally important. Spend couple of hours after office hours every day and start clearing modules and make clear notes which can be referred before taking exam. Spend more time over weekends or holidays and do practical sessions using sandbox. Try to prepare/gather some sample questionnaires and attempt before the actual exam. Udemy provide some sample questionnaire Is it mandatory to have hands-on experience ? i would say Yes for professional certifications, Not for fundamentals certifications. I am new to cloud, is it possible for me to shift the career in cloud ? Yes, it is possible. all you need is to have self-interest, dedication, passion towards what you are learning. How much time i need to spend for preparation ? it depends upon person to person, how fast you can grasp, understand concepts and test them in lab, sandbox if you are working , i would say daily 2 to 3 hours ( after office hours) and more time on weekends. What is the best time to attempt the exam ? we need to allocate time for it. i tried most of them during night, ie between 9:30 pm to 10:30 pm you have to maintain a very good discipline until exam is finished. please read do's and don’ts while scheduling the exam. What are the logistics required ? good internet speed without any network outage. good personal laptop/desktop with web cam. Official laptop doesn’t work due to firewall restrictions. you will also get notification from Pearson VUE prior to the exam for system test and other formalities. Do you have hands on experience ? Yes, i do have hands on experience and worked on most of the azure services either in office or sandbox lab training. I am part of cloud migration journey since inception and did bulldozer work to pave the road. Last but not the least: Believe yourself, everything is possible in this world. I strongly believe that there is no shortcut to clear certifications. You have to take it seriously, experience it and clear. can you share certification roadmap ? where to start ? Pl refer below flow diagram and understand where to start. Please fee free to share your comments and like if information is useful. i will respond as soon as i can. Wish you all the best and good luck for your cloud journey.Earn the new Azure Cosmos DB Developer Specialty certification
Now live: Exam DP-420: Designing and Implementing Cloud-Native Applications Using Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB We’re happy to announce that Exam DP-420: Designing and Implementing Cloud-Native Applications Using Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB is now live and out of beta. A passing score on this exam is the only requirement to earn the new Microsoft Certified: Azure Cosmos DB Developer Specialty certification. If you passed the beta exam, the exam and certification will be reflected on your Microsoft Certification Dashboard online transcript approximately 10 business days from today. Your new digital badge will also be there. Don’t forget to celebrate and share your achievement. To add your newly acquired skills and badge to your LinkedIn profile and to help you stand out in your network, follow the instructions in your congratulations email. Or, to share your badge, follow the instructions in your Certification Dashboard. Considering this certification? To skill up for the exam, consider taking the following steps: For exam details, explore the Exam DP-420 page. Find key exam topics on the Exam DP-420 skills outline. Review the Level up: Azure Cosmos DB developer Microsoft Learn collection. Watch Learn Live: Azure Cosmos DB certification Study Hall episodes—live or on demand. This 15-part series walks you through how to design, implement, and monitor cloud-native applications that store and manage data and how to prepare for the Microsoft Certified: Azure Cosmos DB Developer Specialty certification. Gear up with the DP-420 Study Guide created by Microsoft Cloud Advocate@thomasmaurer. Want more in-depth training? Course DP-420: Designing and Implementing Cloud-Native Applications Using Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB is now available. To discuss training solutions customized to your project plans and goals, connect with a Microsoft Learning Partner. Get an exam discount Complete theAzure Cosmos DB Developer 30 Days to Learn it challengefor a chance to get a 50% discount on the certification exam. Are you ready to take your skills to the next level with Azure Cosmos DB? Skill up for Exam DP-420 and earn your Azure Cosmos DB Developer Specialty certification. Validate that you have what it takes to unlock business opportunities with modern cloud apps—for your career, your team, and your organization.Assistive Technologies and Online Exams
In my recentexam sandbox blog, many of you left comments asking if assistive technologies (ATs) can be used on our online exams. Great news! Our online certification exams are now compatible with multiple different assistive technologies! Until recently, the use of ATs was limited only to test center deliveries because ATs were not compatible with the secure browser required to deliver online exams.This is NO LONGER true!In fact, you have more options now if you want to use ATs with online exams than you do in test centers. I'll be sharing more information in blog post later in March, but in the meantime, if you want to use an AT during an exam, request an accommodationto start the process.Register for December 11th webinar: Put AI to work with Microsoft Copilot!
Put AI to work with Microsoft Copilot AI is changing the way that work gets done, and skill-building is a critical element of your organization’s AI transformation strategy. Microsoft Learn for Organizations and Microsoft TSP Koenig Solutions can help your teams build the necessary skills in an informative webinar, Drive AI Business Success with Microsoft Copilot, scheduled for December 11, 2024, from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM Pacific Time. Explore how generative and responsible AI is driving innovation across roles and industries, and discover the evolution of Microsoft Copilot. Plus, focus on how AI is helping users to be more productive and how skill-building can help businesses capitalize on these advancements. Join us for helpful insights, practical guidance, and useful demos. Register here forDrive AI Business Success with Microsoft Copilot. 🙌🙌 NancyTandyMD-102 and MS-102 Beta Rescores and Related Issues
Thank you for your patience with the MD-102 and MS-102 beta rescore process. Although the exams have been rescored and they are appearing in your Learn profiles, we have encountered a few more unexpected issues related to the system upgrades that delayed the rescores in the first place. If you took the beta exam prior to June 30, you see two results in your profile: a failed result that reflects an error in our system that misidentified ungraded exams as "fail" and your "real" result. We are working on a solution to remove the incorrect record. This should be resolved by September 26 (I'm in Pacific time zone). If you passed the beta exam and should have earned a certification as a result, unfortunately, you're not able to access the certification. We have identified the root cause and are discussing options to resolve as quickly as possible. I will have an update regarding this on or before Wednesday. I sincerely apologize for the continued challenges that we are having in getting the results of this beta exam processed correctly. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our support team (https://aka.ms/mcpforum) as I am unable to assist (I don't have access to the tools to investigate or resolve your issues). Thank you.Pass Exam MS-721, now live and out of beta, and earn a new certification.
Figure 1. Schedule for updates to the Microsoft 365 Certified: Teams Voice Engineer Expert certification. New Microsoft 365 Certified: Collaboration Communications Systems Engineer Associate certification now available We’re happy to announce that new Microsoft 365 Certified: Collaboration Communications Systems Engineer Associate certification (replacing the Microsoft 365 Certified: Teams Voice Engineer Expert certification) is now available, and Exam MS-721: Collaboration Communications Systems Engineer is live and out of beta. If you took the beta version of Exam MS-721, you should receive your results within the next 10 business days. If you passed it, that will be posted in your Microsoft Learn profile at the same time. If you already earned the Microsoft 365 Certified: Teams Voice Engineer Expert certification (retiring in June 2023), that certification and the new Collaboration Communications Systems Engineer Associate certification will be posted on the transcript in your Microsoft Learn profile in approximately 10 days. In November 2023, the renewal window for your new Collaboration Communications Systems Engineer Associate certification opens. To prove that you’re current on the skills for the new definition of the role, pass the renewal assessment before the certification expires. Be sure to celebrate and share your achievements. To add your newly acquired skills and certifications to your LinkedIn profile and to help you stand out in your network, follow the instructions in your congratulations email. Considering this certification? Get ready to take Exam MS-721: Review the exam page for details. The Exam MS-721 skills outline alerts you to key topics covered on the exam. Explore the Level up: Collaboration communications systems engineer Microsoft Learn collection. Engage with peers and experts on this topic, and get answers to your questions, in the new Microsoft Learn Community. Looking for more in-depth training? Connect with Microsoft Learning Partners in your area for in-person training.Microsoft Exam Readiness Zone
Join Microsoft experts as they provide tips, tricks, and strategies for preparing for a Microsoft Certification exam. the exam prep videos will help you identify the key knowledge and skills measured on the exam and how to allocate your study time. Each video segment corresponds to a major topic area on the exam. Microsoft trainer will point out objectives that many test takers find difficult. In these videos, they include example questions and answers with explanations. I recommend that you watch these videos after you have completed training or had some practice. However, you can watch them at any point in your certification journey. They also provide additional exam preparation resources. Exam Readiness Zone | Microsoft Docs
Seeking Preferred Visitors for Microsoft Student Ambassador Program!
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