Az-1001: Deploy and Manage Containers Using Azure Kubernetes Service

The AZ-1001: Deploy and Manage Containers Using Azure Kubernetes Service course teaches professionals how to deploy, manage, and scale containerized applications using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). This 8-hour hands-on course covers cluster provisioning, container registry management, pod scaling, and security integration for production Kubernetes workloads. Esamatic srl, a Microsoft Learning Partner in Milan, delivers this course with Microsoft Certified Trainers.

• Applied Skills Credential: validates competency in deploying and managing containers with AKS
• AKS Cluster Management: provisioning, configuring, and scaling Kubernetes clusters on Azure
• Azure Container Registry: building, storing, and managing container images securely
• Pod Autoscaling: horizontal pod autoscaler configuration for dynamic workload demands
• Security Integration: Azure Active Directory, RBAC, and network policies for AKS clusters

Course Overview: AZ-1001 Deploy and Manage Containers with AKS

Azure Kubernetes Service is Microsoft’s managed container orchestration platform, enabling organizations to deploy and operate containerized applications at scale without managing Kubernetes control plane infrastructure. The AZ-1001 course provides practical experience with AKS cluster lifecycle management, from initial deployment through production operations including scaling, monitoring, and CI/CD integration.

Learning Objectives

1. Plan and deploy AKS clusters — configure node pools, networking, and cluster settings for production-ready Kubernetes environments
2. Manage container images — use Azure Container Registry to build, store, and deploy container images with vulnerability scanning
3. Deploy and scale applications — create Kubernetes deployments, services, and configure horizontal pod autoscaling
4. Secure AKS workloads — implement Azure AD integration, Kubernetes RBAC, and network security policies

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for Azure administrators, DevOps engineers, developers, and system architects seeking to master container orchestration and Kubernetes management on Azure.

Career Benefits

Container orchestration skills are among the most in-demand capabilities in cloud engineering. The AZ-1001 Applied Skills credential demonstrates practical ability to deploy and manage production Kubernetes workloads, a competency valued in DevOps engineering, platform engineering, and cloud architecture roles.

Prerequisites

• Familiarity with the Azure portal and Azure CLI
• Basic understanding of containerization concepts and Docker
• Knowledge of Kubernetes fundamentals (pods, services, deployments)
• Experience with Azure networking concepts

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the AZ-1001 Applied Skills credential?

The AZ-1001 is a Microsoft Applied Skills credential that validates hands-on ability to deploy and manage containerized workloads using Azure Kubernetes Service. It is earned through a performance-based assessment rather than a traditional exam.

How is AZ-1001 different from AZ-104?

AZ-104 is a broad Azure Administrator certification covering all Azure services. AZ-1001 is a focused Applied Skills credential specifically for AKS and container management, providing deeper expertise in this area.

Do I need Kubernetes experience before taking AZ-1001?

Basic Kubernetes knowledge is recommended. You should understand pods, deployments, and services. The course builds on these fundamentals with Azure-specific implementation.

Does the AZ-1001 credential expire?

Microsoft Applied Skills credentials are valid for one year from the date earned and can be renewed through reassessment.