Azure Storage Practice Exam
Azure Storage Practice Exam
About Azure Storage Exam
The Azure Storage Certification proves your skills in using Microsoft Azure to store, manage, and protect data in the cloud. This certification helps you stand out in roles like Cloud Administrator, Storage Engineer, and Azure Developer. It shows employers that you can set up and manage different Azure storage options like blobs, files, queues, and tables. With more companies moving to the cloud, storage is a top skill in demand. This certification adds value to your resume, boosts your job chances, and helps you earn more in IT and cloud-related roles. It’s perfect for people working with cloud data.
Who should take the Exam?
This exam is ideal for:
- Cloud Administrators and Support Engineers
- Azure Developers working with data storage
- IT Professionals managing cloud systems
- Backup and Disaster Recovery Specialists
- Data Engineers using Azure Storage
- DevOps Engineers deploying cloud apps
- Graduates aiming for cloud computing roles
- Network and System Administrators transitioning to cloud
Skills Required
- Creating and managing Azure Storage accounts
- Setting up and using Blob, File, Table, and Queue storage
- Configuring storage security, access keys, and SAS tokens
- Implementing data redundancy and replication
- Managing lifecycle policies and cost optimization
- Securing storage with Azure AD and RBAC
- Backing up and restoring data in Azure Storage
- Monitoring and troubleshooting storage services
Knowledge Gained
- How to manage cloud storage using Azure
- Working with blob, file, queue, and table storage
- Securing data and managing access permissions
- Using storage for high availability and disaster recovery
- Monitoring and optimizing performance and cost
- Automating data movement and retention policies
- Integrating storage with other Azure services
- Understanding storage types for different use cases
Course Outline
The Azure Storage Exam covers the following topics -
Domain 1 - Introduction to Azure Storage
- What is Azure Storage?
- Key features and benefits
Domain 2 - Types of Azure Storage
- Blob Storage
- File Storage
- Queue Storage
- Table Storage
Domain 3 - Creating and Managing Storage Accounts
- Storage account types
- Performance and replication options
- Access tiers (Hot, Cool, Archive)
Domain 4 - Security and Access Control
- Shared Access Signatures (SAS)
- Access keys and connection strings
- Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and Azure AD
Domain 5 - Monitoring and Troubleshooting
- Azure Monitor and metrics
- Alerts and logs for storage
- Diagnosing storage issues
Domain 6 - Data Protection and Backup
- Redundancy options (LRS, GRS, ZRS)
- Soft delete and versioning
- Backup and restore strategies
Domain 7 - Cost Management and Optimization
- Storage pricing models
- Lifecycle management policies
- Archiving data effectively
Domain 8 - Integration and Automation
- Using storage in apps and services
- Automating with Azure CLI, PowerShell
- Integration with Azure Functions and Logic Apps
