Microsoft Azure DevOps Solutions
AZ-400
An advanced-level exam on the DevOps Engineer Expert track, covering Design and implement processes and communications, Design and implement a source control strategy, Design and implement build and release pipelines, and more, rated hard in difficulty, recommended for candidates with at least 24 months of hands-on experience, consisting of 308 questions in 100 minutes. Prepare with professionally curated practice questions and walk into exam day with confidence.
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Exam Details
- Time Limit
- 100 min
- Passing Score
- 700
- Exam Questions
- 308
- Exam Fee
- $165
- Format
- multiple-choice / case studies
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Exp. Needed
- 24 months
- Cert Valid
- 1 yr
- Free Questions
- 20
- Languages
- en, ja, zh-cn, ko, de, fr, es, pt-br
What the AZ-400 Exam Covers
5 official domains
Design and implement processes and communications
Design and implement a source control strategy
Design and implement build and release pipelines
Develop a security and compliance plan
Implement an instrumentation strategy
Who Should Take This
AZ-400 target roles
Certification Path
advanced · DevOps Engineer Expert
| Prerequisites | AZ-104 or AZ-204 |
|---|---|
| Current Exam | AZ-400 |
AZ-400 exam guide
How hard is the AZ-400 exam?
The AZ-400 is rated hard in difficulty, most candidates prepare with at least 24 months of hands-on experience. Difficulty varies with your existing hands-on practice, so use the sample questions on this page to gauge where you stand before booking the real test.
How long should you study for the AZ-400?
A practical plan for this difficulty level is 12–16 weeks of focused study at one to two hours a day. Split the time across the official domains below, finish each domain with practice questions, and reserve the final two weeks for full-length timed practice and review of missed questions.
What is the AZ-400 exam format?
Expect around 308 questions, 100 minutes to complete, a passing score of 700, formats include multiple-choice,case studies, the current blueprint is version current, the official exam fee is $165 USD. It is offered in en, ja, zh-cn, ko and more languages. Check your local testing provider for delivery options and any regional pricing differences.
Who should take the AZ-400 exam?
This is a advanced-level certification, the prerequisite is az-104 or az-204, typical target roles include devops engineer, cloud devops engineer. If the role you are aiming for appears on that list, the credential is a direct investment in your next job move rather than a general-purpose certificate.
What comes after the AZ-400?
Candidates who pass usually continue with None, this exam sits on the DevOps Engineer Expert track. Map the whole path before you start studying so each certificate builds on the previous one instead of repeating the same ground.
How do you renew the AZ-400 certification?
The certification remains valid for 1 year, renewal is possible via pass free online assessment on microsoft learn. Plan the renewal before the expiry date so the credential never lapses on your CV or job application.
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