Week 1: Introduction to Azure & Cloud Concepts

Thursday 23rd October from 10.00 to 11.30 CET

Kick off your Azure journey by exploring the fundamentals of cloud computing, cloud service types, and the benefits of using cloud services and learn how to create a free Azure account. No prior experience required.

Week 2: Core Azure Services & Architecture & Cloud Concepts

Thursday 30th October from 10.00 to 11.30 CET

Dive into the core architectural components of Azure, including compute, networking, and storage services. Experience a demo on deploying a basic virtual machine and discover how Azure Resource Manager streamlines your cloud operations.

Week 3 Commercial session: Accelerating Azure Growth

Monday 3rd November from 15.00 to 16.00 CET

Learn how to position Azure within the Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program, align with key solution plays, leverage solution designations and incentives, navigate Azure Accelerate funding, and use solution assessments to uncover opportunities, connecting technical capability with commercial success to confidently take Azure to market with the right tools and support.

Week 3: Azure Identity, Governance & Access Management

Thursday 6th November from 10.00 to 11.30 CET

Master Azure subscriptions, management groups, and role-based access control (RBAC). Learn to create users, assign roles, and apply policies with practical demos, plus insights into Azure Policy and Blueprints for effective governance.

Week 4: Azure Networking Basics & Cloud Concepts

Thursday 13th November from 10.00 to 11.30 CET

Build your networking expertise by setting up virtual networks, subnets, and IP addressing. Explore network security groups, peering, and see a demo on configuring a VNet with subnets and NSGs for secure connectivity.

Week 5: Azure Compute Services

Thursday 20th November from 10.00 to 11.30 CET

Discover Azure’s compute offerings, including virtual machines, scale sets, and availability sets. Get a demo on deploying VMs and configuring availability options and learn about Azure App Services for scalable applications.

Week 6: Azure Storage Solutions & Cloud Concepts

Thursday 27th November from 10.00 to 11.30 CET

Unlock the power of Azure storage with blob, file, and disk storage. Create storage accounts, upload blobs, and understand access tiers through interactive demos, ensuring your data is always available and secure.

Week 7: Monitoring, Backup & Disaster Recovery

Thursday 4th December from 10.00 to 11.30 CET

Learn how to monitor your Azure resources with Azure Monitor and Log Analytics. Set up alerts, configure backup for VMs, and explore Azure Backup and Site Recovery to keep your environment resilient and protected.

Week 8: Cost Management, Security & Next Steps

Thursday 11th December from 10.00 to 11.30 CET

Wrap up the series with strategies for Azure cost management and budgeting. Review security recommendations, explore Security Center and Defender for Cloud, and discover next steps for accelerating your Azure practice, including solution plays, incentives, and funding opportunities.