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Exam AZ-400: Designing and Implementing Microsoft DevOps Solutions

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AZ-400 Microsoft Azure Certifications License: Complete Roadmap

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Phase 1: Process and Source ControlYou are here

Establish collaboration models and source control strategy fundamentals.

20
hours
2

Phase 2: Build and Release Pipelines

Prioritize CI/CD implementation because it carries the largest weight.

36
hours
3

Phase 3: Security and Compliance

Embed policy, secrets, and security checks into delivery pipelines.

18
hours
4

Phase 4: Instrumentation Strategy

Implement telemetry, metrics analysis, and operational feedback loops.

14
hours
5

Phase 5: Scenario Simulations

Run full scenario-based reviews and timed mixed-domain practice.

18
hours
Estimated total study time
106 hours
That's about 11 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the AZ-400 Exam?

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Age
Education
No formal education requirement
Experience
Microsoft states candidates should have experience in both Azure administration and Azure development, plus GitHub/Azure DevOps implementation
Additional Requirements
  • Passing score is 700
  • To earn DevOps Engineer Expert, AZ-104 or AZ-204 prerequisite certification is required
  • Certification requires annual renewal to remain active

AZ-400 Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

8-14 weeks for most candidates with active DevOps responsibilities

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Pearson VUE

Remote Testing Available
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Retake Policy

After a first failed attempt, retake is allowed after 24 hours. If you fail a second time, wait 14 days between subsequent retakes. Maximum five attempts in a 12-month period.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam FeeUS$165
Total Estimated CostUS$165-US$330
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What You'll Study

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AZ-400 Exam Details

Exam AZ-400: Designing and Implementing Microsoft DevOps Solutions

Administered by Microsoft

Official Source
700/1000
Passing Score
Typically
Questions
100
Minutes
US$165 (United States)
Exam Fee
Study time: 100-150 hours
Prerequisites: No formal prerequisite to sit AZ-400, but to earn DevOps Engineer Expert certification you must hold AZ-104 or AZ-204
Valid for: 1 year (free annual renewal assessment on Microsoft Learn)

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Microsoft content outline

Design and Implement Processes and Communications10-15%

Implement collaboration workflows and team process design for DevOps delivery

Design and Implement a Source Control Strategy10-15%

Establish branching, repository, and source control governance strategies

Design and Implement Build and Release Pipelines50-55%

Create CI/CD pipelines, deployment strategies, and release automation at scale

Develop a Security and Compliance Plan10-15%

Integrate security and compliance controls into DevOps workflows

Implement an Instrumentation Strategy5-10%

Collect telemetry, monitor operations, and analyze performance indicators

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