AZ-2008: DevOps Foundations: The Core Principles and Practices
AZ-2008: DevOps Foundations: The Core Principles and Practices by Microsoft equips developers, DevOps engineers, and administrators with foundational skills to overcome siloed workflows and slow release cycles. It teaches Agile planning, CI/CD, infrastructure as code, and observability to improve collaboration and deployment speed. With 74% of enterprises adopting DevOps to accelerate delivery, this course bridges critical skill gaps in modern cloud teams.
This course prepares learners for Microsoft’s DevOps certification pathway, enhancing career growth in cloud operations and platform engineering. Koenig Solutions provides official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access, ensuring hands-on mastery. Graduates gain proven expertise to drive operational excellence and faster time-to-market in Azure environments.
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Course Overview
AZ-2008: DevOps Foundations: The Core Principles and Practices by Microsoft is an introductory course designed for individuals exploring DevOps culture and practices, including aspiring DevOps Engineers, Developers, and IT Administrators. While this course does not directly map to a certification exam, it lays the foundational knowledge required for advanced Microsoft DevOps certifications such as the Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400). The course introduces key DevOps principles including Agile planning, version control, continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD), infrastructure as code (IaC), observability, and security monitoring. With 74% of enterprises now adopting DevOps practices to accelerate software delivery, this training equips learners with in-demand skills to thrive in modern development and operations environments.
Students in the AZ-2008: DevOps Foundations: The Core Principles and Practices course gain hands-on experience with essential Microsoft and open-source tools, including GitHub, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, Azure Portal, and Git for version control. The lab environment is delivered through the Azure Portal, where learners configure CI/CD pipelines, implement shift-left testing, and automate deployments using GitHub Actions. A key real-world project involves building a complete DevOps workflow that integrates GitHub repositories with automated build and release pipelines, enabling students to manage the full application lifecycle. This practical, scenario-driven approach ensures participants learn how to apply DevOps principles effectively in cloud-native environments using Microsoft Azure.
Completing AZ-2008: DevOps Foundations: The Core Principles and Practices prepares learners for roles requiring Microsoft DevOps expertise and serves as a stepping stone toward the Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert credential, which is recognized globally for its technical rigor. Certified DevOps Engineers in the U.S. earn an average salary of $140,000, reflecting strong market demand and career advancement potential. Koenig Solutions enhances this learning journey with official Microsoft courseware, 1-on-1 training support, and Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling, ensuring learners master the core principles in a structured environment. Graduates are well-positioned to contribute to high-velocity DevOps teams and drive innovation in cloud application development and deployment.
What You'll Learn
Certification Exam
Everything you need to know about the AZ-2008 certification exam
Course Curriculum
Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
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Day 1– Mastering DevOps Foundations
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Day 2– Strategic DevOps Planning
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Day 3– Modern DevOps Development
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Day 4– Advanced DevOps Delivery
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Day 5– Operational DevOps Excellence
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of AZ-2008 certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the AZ-2008 certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- DevOps Engineer
- Azure DevOps Engineer
- Junior DevOps Specialist
- Cloud Automation Engineer
- Release Engineer
- Infrastructure Automation Analyst
Companies Hiring
and 5,000+ organizations worldwide seeking AZ-2008 certified professionals
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