Expert-level certification for professionals designing and implementing DevOps practices on Azure including CI/CD, source control, build pipelines, security, and monitoring strategies.
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May 10, 2026
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Reading-density on the exam is high — multi-paragraph scenarios across pipelines, monitoring, security. Plan 80–120h prep beyond AZ-104/204. Renewal is the standard free annual MS Learn assessment.
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Compared to AWS DOP, AZ-400 is broader (more identity, security, monitoring) but less deep on Infrastructure-as-Code internals. For Azure-focused platform engineers, this is the flagship cert.
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May 10, 2026
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John Savill's AZ-400 master class + Tim Warner Pluralsight cited as standard. Exam tests both Azure Pipelines and GitHub Actions equally — many candidates underprepare on the GitHub side. Hands-on experience writing real CI/CD essential.
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May 10, 2026
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Expert-tier Azure DevOps cert. Heavy on Azure Pipelines, GitHub Actions, ARM/Bicep, Azure Monitor, deployment patterns. Requires AZ-104 OR AZ-204 prereq (Microsoft enforces this). Strong HR signal for Microsoft-stack DevOps roles.
Free 4-hour intensive cram session covering full AZ-400 blueprint. Universally cited prep starting point.
Pluralsight learning path — comprehensive. Often included with corporate Pluralsight subscriptions.
Official MS Learn modules with hands-on Azure DevOps + GitHub Actions labs.
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Pass Score
700/1000
Remote Proctored
Yes — remote or test center
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Study Time
~120 hours