Overview
Azure DevOps Engineer (AZ-400) is a Microsoft credential. Design and implement DevOps practices for continuous integration, delivery, and infrastructure as code. This PathKey™ guide summarizes the domains, format, cost signals, eligibility, and renewal pattern so you can decide before you book. Accumentum is an Army CA and Air Force COOL Approved Vendor. We teach preparation for the Microsoft exam. Microsoft sets exam content, fees, and policies.
Accumentum is an Army CA and Air Force COOL Approved Vendor. We teach preparation for the Microsoft exam. Microsoft sets exam content, fees, and policies.
Who it is for
- IT professionals and DevOps engineers looking to enhance their skills in Azure DevOps.
- System administrators and software developers responsible for managing DevOps practices.
- Cloud architects and consultants focusing on continuous delivery and integration solutions.
Exam domains
Weights follow the official outline.
- 01
Introduction to Azure DevOps
Overview of Azure DevOps services and capabilities, Understanding DevOps principles and methodologies, and Introduction to Agile practices and their application in DevOps.
- 02
Planning for DevOps Transformation
Designing a DevOps strategy, Implementing Agile planning and portfolio management, and Managing project and team collaboration.
- 03
Version Control with Azure Repos
Using Git for version control, Managing repositories, branches, and pull requests, and Implementing code review and collaboration practices.
- 04
Implementing Continuous Integration
Configuring and managing build pipelines, Integrating automated testing into CI pipelines, and Managing build dependencies and triggers.
- 05
Implementing Continuous Delivery
Designing and implementing release pipelines, Managing deployment strategies and approvals, and Configuring and managing deployment environments.
- 06
Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Using Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, Implementing Terraform for IaC, and Managing infrastructure deployments and configurations.
- 07
Configuring Monitoring and Feedback
Implementing application monitoring with Azure Monitor, Configuring alerts and notifications, and Analyzing telemetry data and user feedback.
- 08
Implementing Security in DevOps
Integrating security practices into the DevOps process, Managing secrets and sensitive data, and Implementing security testing and compliance automation.
- 09
Advanced DevOps Practices
Using containers and Kubernetes in Azure DevOps, Implementing Azure DevTest Labs for development environments, and Scaling DevOps practices for large projects.
- 10
Preparing for the AZ-400 Exam
Exam format and structure, Key concepts and terminology, and Practice questions and tips for success.
Exam format and cost
- Questions
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- Duration
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- Format
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- Passing score
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- Cost
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- Delivery
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- Languages
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Experience and eligibility
Basic understanding of Azure administration and development. Familiarity with DevOps practices and Agile methodologies.
Renewal
Renewal rules for Azure DevOps Engineer (AZ-400) are set by Microsoft. Many credentials use a multi-year cycle with continuing education, a renewal fee, or a newer exam. Confirm the current cycle on the vendor site.
Roles this credential fits
- DevOps principles and methodologies, version control, continuous integration and continuous deployment, infrastructure as code, monitoring and feedback, security in DevOps, and AZ-400 exam preparation.
- DevOps
- Teams standardizing on this credential for hiring or compliance
Azure DevOps Engineer (AZ-400) questions
Is Azure DevOps Engineer (AZ-400) worth it?
Azure DevOps Engineer (AZ-400) is worth it when employers or contracts in your market ask for Microsoft proof, or when the domains match work you already do or want next. Common roles include DevOps principles and methodologies, version control, continuous integration and continuous deployment, infrastructure as code, monitoring and feedback, security in DevOps, and AZ-400 exam preparation., DevOps, and Teams standardizing on this credential for hiring or compliance. Read the roles and domains on this page, then decide against your timeline and budget.
How hard is Azure DevOps Engineer (AZ-400)?
You get Confirm on the vendor site in Confirm on the vendor site. Format: Confirm question format on the vendor outline. Passing score: Confirm the passing score on the vendor site. Delivery: Confirm delivery options on the vendor site. Basic understanding of Azure administration and development. People who pass usually mix domain study with timed practice, not reading alone.
Does Azure DevOps Engineer (AZ-400) expire?
Renewal rules for Azure DevOps Engineer (AZ-400) are set by Microsoft. Many credentials use a multi-year cycle with continuing education, a renewal fee, or a newer exam. Confirm the current cycle on the vendor site.
How does Accumentum help with Azure DevOps Engineer (AZ-400)?
We offer Expert-led training mapped to the Azure DevOps Engineer (AZ-400) domains, PathPay® payment options, PathPass™ practice where the exam is in our catalog, and military funding support where you qualify. We are an Army CA and Air Force COOL Approved Vendor. Our pass rate across Accumentum certification attempts since August 2022 is 98.8% (2,412 certified of about 2,441 attempts).
How much does the Azure DevOps Engineer (AZ-400) exam cost?
Published pricing for Azure DevOps Engineer (AZ-400): Confirm the current exam fee on the vendor site before you register. Vendors change voucher prices without notice, so confirm on the official store before you buy. PathPay® can spread Accumentum course tuition when you train with us.
What are the Azure DevOps Engineer (AZ-400) prerequisites?
Basic understanding of Azure administration and development. Familiarity with DevOps practices and Agile methodologies.
What should I take after Azure DevOps Engineer (AZ-400)?
After Azure DevOps Engineer (AZ-400), pick the next credential that matches the job you want, not a generic ladder. Use the roles on this page and neighboring PathKey™ guides from the same vendor to plan the sequence. If you need a readiness check first, start with ReadyScore™ when we offer one for this exam.
Official sources
Always confirm fees, dates, and eligibility on the vendor site before you register. Vendors change outlines and prices without notice.