Are Microsoft Certifications Worth It?

[@AbhishekSharma-ty6vr]

I am 2X Azure certified: AZ-900 and AZ-204. After watching this video, I reckon my achievements do carry at least some weightage!

[@techpodssocial]

They definitely do!

[@ellandlord2456]

Thanks for the video , a lot of helpful info!

[@techpodssocial]

Glad it was helpful! 😄

[@augustobernardo4759]

I'm researching the certifications types from Microsoft and then select one to kick-off with, thanks for your tips as advices.

[@techpodssocial]

Be sure to use the Microsoft certification chart! Let me know which cert you choose to take on :)

[@augustobernardo4759]

​@@techpodssocial I'll go for Microsoft Azure fundamentals

[@techpodssocial]

@@augustobernardo4759 Good luck!

[@OZTutoh]

5:23 How the heck do you get 216% in job survey?

[@shreyaschuri5639]

Very helpful information

[@techpodssocial]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jeweledthrone2850]

Since I’m stuck in bed and can’t work due to an injury, I figured I should work on my brain since I can’t use my body 😂 Didn’t know where to start. Thanks for the video !❤

[@techpodssocial]

Hoping you have a swift recovery! Happy learning 😁

[@jeweledthrone2850]

@@techpodssocial Thank you ❤️❤️

[@desertrose9700]

Smart hhhhh 😅😅

[@procta2343]

my experience with the window XP MCP stuff, is nope. It never even landed me a foot in the door role, for the basics. Some one else i spoke to, did the same thing with windows vista, and he was in the same boat. Try getting experience in the ICT field 1st before you invest in courses . That's if you are starting from scratch. Great stuff to learn mind when you start studying it. I dropped it all back in the late 2000s as i was not going anywhere. I was hoping for the MCSA, then the MCSE.

[@VAIBHAVMALHOTRA19]

Does this help getting an entry level job if someone has no previous working experience in IT

[@techpodssocial]

Yes, if you're looking for an entry-level position at Microsoft or one of our technology partners I would recommend studying and taking the certification exam!

[@TheBlackHandOfTime]

Don't expect a cloud engineer job as an entry level worker. There are no entry level cloud engineer jobs, but that doesnt mean learnings these things and getting certified isnt worth it. You'll use all or most of these things as an entry level (IT Support for example) worker. Your senior team members would also be impressed if you knew how to use Azure (not a fundamental exam) or at least understood the concepts of Azure and the Cloud (AZ-900). In the end it will most certainly help you to stand out, excel, and move forward in your career to become certified. I have 7 years experience in IT Support and I just got AZ-900 and MS-900 over the last month. I'm looking to transition into a cloud engineer role, so I'm doing a learning path that consists of the following exams. AZ900 -> MS900 -> SC900 -> AZ104 -> AZ305 (to be determined as I may work a couple years and then get this after some real Cloud Administration experience) Good luck with your future!

[@nigelinoooo]

​@@TheBlackHandOfTimethe fundamentals are very good and basic certifications to have and employers would love u to have. If your into the modern Workplace I'd recommend md-102 and ms-102, maybe grab a security certification as well. I currently work as a senior analyst cloud engineer which is basically a junior cloud consultant. I recommend not sticking to 1 company and just apply for Cloud Engineer jobs, if u show the certifications and are willing to learn you will get the job

[@sergioalcantar3290]

Yes, please do tell how your 4 certs were accomplished? --> :D

[@techpodssocial]

Of course! I took the self-serve Microsoft learning content, MeasureUp practice tests and watched John Savill crash course at the end to reinforce my learning.

[@sergioalcantar3290]

@@techpodssocialThank you very much.

[@p4ulooping]

Currently studying Ms-900

[@ahmedhadi208]

Hello, How I can be certified from Microsoft is it only complete the course on Microsoft Learn or need another website to get the certifications

[@techpodssocial]

You prepare for the certification you're interested in then you book in the certification exam from the Microsoft Cloud Certification website!

[@thepenguinthatwalks]

I am just starting and i wanting to ask do i need to use coursa or can i get it from straght from microsft

[@techpodssocial]

You can take the exam directly from Microsoft! You can do so through this link: learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/browse/

[@Ralph-ha]

Hi, great video!! I am hoping if you can answer my question, currently my company is training me with Microsoft Intune. By any chance do you know where Microsoft Intune aligns with one of these certificates (Azure or 365)

[@techpodssocial]

Hi Ralph! "Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate - Certifications" would be my recommendation if you're interested in skilling up on endpoint administration. Happy learning!

[@vishalvlogs4507]

For AI are certificates worth it and which one

[@techpodssocial]

Yes, I've personally studied for and taken the AI-900 course and I would recommend those interested in Azure AI services and Copilot to take it too!

[@MichaelDavis-hk8vl]

AI-102 but it's on the harder side

[@TwistedRootsBeauty]

Hi, I am looking at my transcript from high school I graduated in 2011 and I completes an MTA windows operating course in 2014/2015 I was wondering if I can use this to apply for jobs and what kind of jobs

[@techpodssocial]

I think it might be a bit dated. You’re probably better off doing current and up to date Microsoft certifications if you want a job at Microsoft or Microsoft partners.

[@TimilehinAtilola]

i am interested

[@sportsfiesta25]

Thanks for this.

[@xiomaragonzalez6952]

Can this certification + and AS in computer science help me to land in my 1st IT job? (No previous experience) 🥲

[@techpodssocial]

Landing your first IT job requires more than just a certification. Your role fit, resume and cover letter quality and interviewing ability all play a role! Feel free to set up time with me through my Calendly link!