Azure certification tips

Exam formats, costs, study plans and honest comparisons of practice tests, checked against Microsoft Learn. Guias em português incluídos.

Study tips2026-10-03 · 8 min read

Best Azure Practice Exams in 2026: How to Choose for AZ-900, AZ-104 and AZ-305

Start with Microsoft's free Practice Assessment, then prepare with one original question bank that explains every answer and scores you per skill domain. Here is how the main options compare, and the one category to avoid.

Career2026-10-03 · 6 min read

Are Azure Exam Dumps Worth It? What Microsoft's Policy Actually Says

No. Microsoft defines brain dumps as fraudulently obtained exam content, lists using them as misconduct, and can revoke certifications and ban candidates. Here is the policy in plain terms and what to use instead.

AZ-1042026-10-03 · 9 min read

How to Pass AZ-104: A 6-Week Study Plan Weighted by the Official Domains

A week-by-week AZ-104 plan built around the five official skill domains and their weights, with hands-on goals for each week, practice checkpoints, and a readiness test you can trust.

Career2026-10-03 · 6 min read

How Much Do Azure Certification Exams Cost in 2026?

Associate and expert exams like AZ-104 and AZ-305 typically cost US$165 in the United States, AZ-900 is commonly US$99, and prices vary by country. Here is the full picture, including retakes, renewals and the discounts most people miss.

AZ-9002026-10-03 · 5 min read

Is AZ-900 Worth It in 2026? An Honest Answer

AZ-900 is worth it if you are new to cloud or work alongside technical teams, and usually skippable if you already work hands-on in Azure. Here is who benefits, who should go straight to AZ-104, and what it costs in time and money.

AZ-900PT-BR2026-10-03 · 7 min de leitura

Como passar na AZ-900: guia completo da prova Azure Fundamentals (2026)

A AZ-900 tem 45 minutos, exige 700 de 1000 para passar e não expira. Veja os três domínios com os pesos oficiais, um plano de duas semanas e se vale mais fazer a prova em português ou em inglês.

CarreiraPT-BR2026-10-03 · 6 min de leitura

Certificações Azure: por qual começar? AZ-900, AZ-104 ou AZ-305

Sem experiência em nuvem, comece pela AZ-900. Se você administra infraestrutura, vá direto para a AZ-104. A AZ-305 é para quem projeta soluções. Veja o comparativo, a validade de cada uma e quanto custa.

AZ-3052026-09-11 · 7 min read

AZ-305 Exam Guide: Domains, Weights, and How It Differs from AZ-104

AZ-305 gives you 700 to pass across four design domains, and it tests judgment rather than configuration. Here is the official weighting and what changes when you move up from AZ-104.

Career2026-09-04 · 5 min read

Do Azure Certifications Expire? Renewal Rules Explained

Fundamentals certifications like AZ-900 never expire. Associate and expert certifications like AZ-104 and AZ-305 expire after 12 months and renew free through a short open-book assessment.

Study tips2026-08-28 · 5 min read

What a 700 Passing Score Means on Microsoft Azure Exams

Microsoft requires 700 to pass, but that is a scaled score, not 70 percent. Here is how scaled scoring works, why you cannot compute a minimum number of correct answers, and how to read your score report.

AZ-1042026-08-20 · 7 min read

AZ-104 Exam Topics and Weights (April 2026 Update)

The five AZ-104 skill domains and their official weight ranges, what changed in the April 2026 revision, and which domains are worth the most study time per percentage point.

AZ-9002026-08-12 · 6 min read

AZ-900 Exam Format: Duration, Passing Score, and What to Expect

The AZ-900 gives you 45 minutes and requires a score of 700 out of 1000 to pass. Here is the full format, the three skill domains with their official weights, and the rules people usually get wrong.

Study tips2026-07-10 · 4 min read

How to Read Your Competency Report (And Actually Use It to Study Smarter)

A single overall score tells you almost nothing useful. Here is how to turn a per-domain competency breakdown into a study plan.

Career2026-07-01 · 4 min read

AZ-900 vs AZ-104 vs AZ-305: Which Should You Take First?

Three certifications, three very different audiences. Here is how to pick the right starting point based on your background and goals.

AZ-1042026-06-18 · 7 min read

5 Common Mistakes That Fail People on the AZ-104 Exam

AZ-104 has a much higher failure rate than AZ-900. Most of it comes down to a handful of avoidable mistakes, and here is what trips people up.

AZ-9002026-06-02 · 6 min read

How to Pass AZ-900 in Two Weeks: A Study Plan That Actually Works

AZ-900 is the easiest Azure certification on paper, but plenty of people still fail it by studying the wrong way. Here is a realistic two-week plan.