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Phase 1: Foundations & DevOps Philosophy

Welcome to Phase 1 of your Microsoft Azure AZ-400: Designing and Implementing Microsoft DevOps Solutions journey! This phase is dedicated to establishing a robust understanding of the fundamental principles of DevOps and the core concepts that underpin designing and implementing DevOps solutions on Azure.

Here, the focus is on diligently mastering the established knowledge, core definitions, and foundational concepts that form the bedrock of DevOps practices. We will delve into each concept from first principles, ensuring you grasp what a practice is, why it exists, and how it contributes to enabling the continuous delivery of value.

The AZ-400 exam primarily assesses your ability to design and implement DevOps strategies. Therefore, this phase emphasizes accurate recall and a deep understanding of the purpose and basic functionality of key Azure and DevOps concepts, always with an eye toward their role in a broader solution. This foundational knowledge is crucial for the subsequent phases, where you will apply these principles to design and implement complex DevOps solutions.