40501: Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Containers and DevOps
The 40501: Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Containers and DevOps equips cloud architects and DevOps engineers with hands-on skills to modernize applications using containers and automate CI/CD pipelines on Azure, solving the critical challenge of slow release cycles in enterprise environments. With 70% of organizations adopting DevOps to accelerate delivery, this workshop delivers real-world experience in AKS, Docker, and Azure DevOps.
This course prepares learners for the Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert certification (exam AZ-400), with Koenig’s official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access ensuring mastery. Graduates gain the expertise to drive cloud-native transformation and increase deployment frequency by up to five times.
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Course Overview
The 40501: Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Containers and DevOps by Microsoft is a hands-on technical workshop designed for cloud architects, DevOps engineers, and application developers seeking to master containerization and modern DevOps practices on Azure. While not tied directly to a single certification exam, this course aligns closely with the skills measured in Exam AZ-400: Designing and Implementing Microsoft DevOps Solutions, which leads to the Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert credential. With 85% of Fortune 500 companies adopting Azure for cloud infrastructure, professionals skilled in Azure DevOps and container orchestration are in high demand across industries aiming to accelerate software delivery and improve operational resilience.
Participants in the 40501: Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Containers and DevOps course gain practical experience with core Azure technologies including Docker, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure DevOps, Azure Container Registry, and Application Insights. The workshop features a comprehensive hands-on lab conducted in the Azure Portal where students build, containerize, and deploy a full application using Docker, then orchestrate it on AKS with automated scaling and high availability testing. A real-world scenario involves designing and implementing a CI/CD pipeline for a customer case study, including load balancing, service discovery, and monitoring configurations, enabling learners to solve enterprise-grade deployment challenges using Microsoft’s cloud-native toolset.
This workshop prepares candidates for the Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert certification, a globally recognized credential that validates advanced skills in automation, infrastructure as code, and continuous delivery. Certified professionals report average salary increases of 25%, with DevOps Engineers in North America earning median salaries between $120,000 and $150,000 annually. Koenig Solutions enhances this learning experience with official Microsoft courseware, 1-on-1 training options, and Guaranteed-to-Run batches, ensuring flexibility and personalized attention. By mastering the 40501: Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Containers and DevOps curriculum, IT professionals position themselves to lead cloud transformation initiatives and advance into senior engineering or cloud architecture roles.
What You'll Learn
Certification Exam
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Course Curriculum
Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
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Day 1– Whiteboard Design Session: 40501 Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Containers and DevOps
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Day 2– Hands-on Lab: 40501 Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Containers and DevOps
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Official Courseware
Hands-On Lab Environment (30 days)
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Hands-On Lab
Live Lab Sandbox
Real EnvironmentPractice in a real lab environment with full access to the tools and services covered in the course.
30+ Guided Labs
30+Step-by-step lab exercises designed to reinforce each module with practical, hands-on tasks.
Lab Manual Included
Full GuideComprehensive lab guide with detailed instructions, screenshots, and troubleshooting tips.
Post-Training Access
30 Days30 days of extended lab access after your training ends so you can continue practicing.
Career Outcomes
of 40501: Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Containers and DevOps certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the 40501: Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Containers and DevOps certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- DevOps Engineer
- Azure DevOps Engineer
- Cloud Operations Engineer
- Platform Engineer
- Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)
- DevOps Architect
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