Microsoft Azure IoT Developer AZ-220 Certification is now LIVE (RETIRED)
The Microsoft Certified: Azure IoT Developer Specialty certification (and exam AZ-220) is now LIVE and out of Beta. This is the first cloud-based Internet of…
Certification
The “Certifications” category on Build5Nines provides valuable insights, guides, and resources for IT professionals seeking to enhance their skills and advance their careers through industry-recognized certifications. Covering a wide range of certifications from cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure and AWS to specialized areas such as DevOps, security, and data management, this section offers detailed exam preparation tips, study materials, and real-world advice to help you achieve your certification goals. Stay updated with the latest certification news, changes in exam content, and best practices to ensure your success in the ever-evolving tech landscape.
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Microsoft MCSA / MCSE Certifications Get Extended
In a response to the quarantine and lockdown restrictions due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Microsoft has announced they are delaying retiring the MCSA, MCSE,…
Take Microsoft Certification Exams During COVID-19 Coronavirus Quarantine
I’ve been seeing lots of questions about earning the MCSE, MCSD, and MCSA certifications before their exams are retired on June 30, 2020. With the…
Windows Server and SQL Server Certifications are Gone
Embedded within Microsoft’s announcement of retiring ALL of the MCSE, MCSD, and MCSA certifications (and their associated exams) is the fact that certifications for Windows…
Goodbye: MCSE, MCSD, and MCSA Certifications are Retiring
In the continuation of the move towards all role-based certifications, Microsoft has announced that they are officially retiring all of the MCSE, MCSD, and MCSA…
AZ-304 Microsoft Azure Architect Design Certification Exam (RETIRED)
The AZ-304 Microsoft Azure Architect Design certification exam tests and validates your expertise as an Azure Solutions Architect. EXAM IS RETIRED: This exam has been…
AZ-303 Microsoft Azure Architect Technologies Certification Exam (RETIRED)
The AZ-303 Microsoft Azure Architect Technologies certification exam tests and validates your expertise as an Azure Solutions Architect. EXAM IS RETIRED: This exam was retired,…
AZ-104 Microsoft Azure Administrator Certification Exam
The AZ-104 Microsoft Azure Administrator certification exam tests and validates your expertise as an Azure Administrator. Candidates should also have a strong understanding of core…
AZ-204 Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure Certification Exam
The AZ-204 Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure certification exam tests and validates your expertise as an Azure Developer. This exam tests your expertise across all…
Microsoft Azure Certification Changes Coming Early 2020
Microsoft Learning posted an article that announced some upcoming changes to the Microsoft Azure and Data & AI certifications. These certification exam changes are slated…
Rated Top Book to Read in 2020: Ultimate Guide to Microsoft Certification
As we begin a new year, and enter 2020, you are among a large group of people looking to earn their next Microsoft certification. The…
Free Azure Certification Exam Self Assessment Tools
Studying for certification exams can be a time consuming task. This can especially be true if you’re not entirely certain what to study. Chris Pietschmann…
Microsoft Learn is the new Microsoft Virtual Academy
Over the last few months I’ve seen a lot of comments about Microsoft Virtual Academy being retired, in addition to a fair amount of traffic…
Registering for a Microsoft Certification Exam
There are several facets to the overall testing experience when sitting Microsoft certification exams. These includes the many different types of questions that could appear on the exam. There are also multiple options for taking the exams at a testing center or online proctored. You will also need to make sure you have a valid photo ID.
Book Launch: Ultimate Guide to Microsoft Certification
The Ultimate Guide to Microsoft Certification is your guide and introduction to growing your career through Microsoft certification! It's difficult to decide which certification path to follow, and which suites you best based on your experience and current job role. This book was written as a guide to help you decide which certification(s) to pursue, and it lays out other important information about the Microsoft certification process.
Goodbye, Microsoft Professional Program is Retiring
The Microsoft Professional Program launched 3 years ago with the goal to help close the skills gap in many of the different job roles in the IT space. Originally, the program was called the Microsoft Professional Degree, but shortly after launch Microsoft dropped "Degree" from the name and switched to "Program". Initially, the program was launched with a Data Science track, and has since been expanded out to a total of 9 different Microsoft Professional Program tacks. Unfortunately, Microsoft has decided to retire this program in favor or focusing on the Role-based Certification Paths instead.
Tips for Preparing for Microsoft Certification Exams
To pass a certification exam and earn a Microsoft certification requires being prepared and knowing the content being tested. This can come from experience using…
Microsoft Certification 2019 Roadmap for Role-based Paths
Here’s a simplified Microsoft Certification Roadmap for the role-based certifications from Microsoft. These are the Fundamentals, Associate, and Expert certifications. Navigating the Microsoft Certification landscape…
3 Steps to be Awarded Microsoft MVP
Whether you’ve heard of the Microsoft MVP Award and are wondering how to earn it yourself, or just curious as to what others have done…
Chris Pietschmann Awarded 2019 Microsoft MVP in Azure
This morning I received an email notification that read “Congratulations 2019-2020 Microsoft MVP!” Today is the day I was eagerly awaiting for the last couple…