Azure Network Engineer Foundation for the AZ-700 Exam

Transitioning from physical, legacy network hardware to cloud infrastructure requires a solid understanding of software-defined networking. This text-based course is designed to bridge that gap, helping you map your existing networking knowledge directly to services inside Azure while laying a strong foundation for the AZ-700 certification exam. You will start with core cloud networking terminology, virtual network architectures, and basic subnetting before moving on to advanced routing and security concepts. By completing this course, you will understand how to design, implement, and secure modern cloud networks. You will learn to manage traffic, connect on-premises environments to the cloud, and secure your infrastructure using modern zero-trust principles. What you'll learn: - Understand core Azure networking concepts, resource groups, and subscription boundaries - Configure Azure Virtual Networks, subnets, and IP addressing schemes - Implement secure hybrid connectivity using VPN Gateway and ExpressRoute - Manage cloud routing tables, user-defined routes, and Azure Route Server - Secure network traffic using Network Security Groups, Azure Firewall, and Web Application Firewall - Monitor and troubleshoot cloud network performance using Network Watcher This course begins with essential definitions and foundational cloud concepts before guiding you through step-by-step written scenarios that mirror real-world deployment challenges. You will read through practical configuration examples and architectural patterns that prepare you for modern cloud roles. This course is ideal for network engineers working with legacy hardware, system administrators, and IT professionals who want to transition to cloud networking and begin their preparation for the AZ-700 exam. No prior cloud experience is required. Start reading today to transform your legacy networking skills into modern cloud expertise.