Three real Azure Fundamentals projects mapped directly to the AZ-900 exam objectives. Mark a step complete and HandsOnCert commits the evidence — screenshots, configs, pricing calculations — straight to your own GitHub repo. The portfolio employers actually click into.
$29 one-time · Project 1 free · No subscription
Every project maps to an official AZ-900 exam domain. Each one ends with evidence committed to your GitHub repo automatically.
Explore core cloud concepts — shared responsibility model, CapEx vs OpEx, and the benefits of cloud computing. Use the Azure Pricing Calculator and TCO Calculator to compare cloud vs on-prem costs. Commit your pricing comparison screenshots to GitHub.
Cloud Concepts — 25-30% of examExplore Azure's core architectural components — regions, availability zones, resource groups. Deploy a storage account and a basic VM, and explore compute, networking, and storage service categories. Commit your resource configuration screenshots.
Azure Architecture & Services — 35-40% of examExplore Azure Cost Management, Azure Advisor, and Azure Policy. Set up a budget alert and apply a basic policy. Commit your cost management dashboard and policy configuration screenshots.
Azure Management & Governance — 30-35% of examEvery completed step auto-commits evidence to your own repo. No fake portfolio templates — real configs, real screenshots, real history.
No simulators. You work in the actual Azure console and tools, the same ones you'll use on the job and in the AZ-900 exam.
Stuck on a step or an exam concept? Cert Buddy is trained on AZ-900 objectives and helps you debug and understand — not just copy-paste.
Every chargeable resource has a clear alert telling you exactly when to stop, deallocate, or delete — so a lab break doesn't become a surprise bill.
Get the full AZ-900 lab guide as a PDF — step-by-step instructions, screenshots to capture, and an exam quick-reference section.
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Are the AZ-900 hands-on labs free?
Project 1 (Cloud Concepts) is completely free, including unlimited access to Cert Buddy for that project and the manual GitHub commit workflow. The remaining 2 projects unlock for a one-time payment of $29.
Do I need an Azure subscription to complete these labs?
Yes, you need an Azure free trial or pay-as-you-go subscription. AZ-900 labs are designed to fit within Azure's free tier — total cost should be near $0 if resources are cleaned up promptly after each project.
How does the GitHub portfolio auto-commit work for AZ-900?
When you mark a lab step complete, HandsOnCert commits your screenshot evidence directly to your own GitHub repository via OAuth. Each project gets its own folder with a unique enrollment code, so your portfolio reflects real, traceable work an employer can review.
How long does the AZ-900 path take to complete?
The 3 projects take approximately 4 hours total, covering Cloud Concepts, Azure Architecture and Services, and Management and Governance — the same domains tested on the AZ-900 exam.
Is AZ-900 a good certification for someone with no IT background?
Yes. AZ-900 has no prerequisites and is designed for anyone — including non-technical roles like sales, marketing, or project management — who wants to understand cloud computing fundamentals and Azure specifically.
Should I take AZ-900 before AZ-104?
AZ-900 is recommended if you're new to Azure or cloud computing, since it builds foundational vocabulary and concepts. If you already have hands-on cloud experience, you can go directly to AZ-104 (Azure Administrator Associate), HandsOnCert's most popular path.
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