Pre 2017 – Create and Manage Virtual Machines for Azure Solutions (70-532)
Azure virtual machines are foundational to cloud infrastructure—and employers are actively hiring for these skills. This Pluralsight course by Tim Warner walks you through provisioning, configuring, and managing VMs at scale, with practical labs you’ll use immediately in production environments.
AIU.ac Verdict: Ideal for infrastructure engineers and cloud architects preparing for the 70-532 exam or building real Azure deployments. Note: This course targets pre-2017 Azure tooling, so pair it with current Azure documentation if you’re working with the latest portal updates.
What This Course Covers
You’ll work through VM creation workflows, storage configuration, networking essentials, and scaling strategies. Expect hands-on labs covering resource groups, managed disks, availability sets, and load balancing—the core operational skills Azure roles demand daily.
The course emphasises practical troubleshooting and performance tuning rather than theory alone. Tim Warner’s approach focuses on real-world scenarios: resizing VMs under load, managing costs, securing access, and automating deployments—all skills that directly transfer to your next role.
Who Is This Course For?
Ideal for:
- Infrastructure Engineers: Moving to cloud or deepening Azure expertise; need structured VM management fundamentals.
- Cloud Architects: Preparing for 70-532 certification or designing scalable Azure infrastructure for enterprise clients.
- DevOps Engineers: Automating VM provisioning and lifecycle management as part of broader infrastructure-as-code workflows.
May not suit:
- Absolute Beginners: Assumes familiarity with virtualisation concepts and basic cloud principles; not an Azure 101.
- Cutting-Edge Tech Seekers: Pre-2017 tooling means some UI and features differ from current Azure Portal; requires supplementary resources.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Pre 2017 – Create and Manage Virtual Machines for Azure Solutions (70-532) take?
5 hours 14 minutes of video content. Most learners complete it in 1–2 weeks with hands-on labs.
Will this prepare me for the 70-532 exam?
Yes—this course directly aligns with the exam objectives. Combine it with practice tests and Microsoft documentation for full coverage.
Is this course still relevant if I’m using current Azure?
Core VM concepts remain unchanged, but the Azure Portal interface has evolved. Use this for foundational knowledge and supplement with current Microsoft Learn modules for UI differences.
Do I need Azure experience before starting?
No, but basic understanding of virtual machines and networking (VNets, subnets, IP addressing) is assumed. If you’re new to cloud, start with Azure fundamentals first.
Course by Tim Warner on Pluralsight. Duration: 5h 14m. Last verified by AIU.ac: March 2026.
