AZ-204 (Microsoft Azure Developer Associate) — Free Online Mock Test
Azure compute, storage, security, monitoring + SDKs. Sample target for full-stack devs on Azure. RETIRES July 31, 2026 — Microsoft has not announced a 1:1 successor. · Official language: English.
AZ-204 exam at a glance
AZ-204 full-length mock tests
Attempt 50 full-length AZ-204 mock tests, each a distinct question set built on the real 60-question, 120-minute pattern — with instant scoring and section-wise analysis. The first 3 are free.
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| Conducting body | Microsoft. |
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| Official website | learn.microsoft.com ↗ |
| Mode | A proctored, scenario-based exam (Pearson VUE or online), about 40–60 questions. |
| Frequency | On demand, year-round. |
| Scoring & marking | Roughly 40–60 questions across five domains — Azure compute, storage, security, monitoring/troubleshooting, and connecting to Azure & third-party services — scored to 1000 with 700 required to pass. |
| Score validity | Expires 1 year after you pass — renew free with a shorter online renewal assessment on Microsoft Learn. |
| Language | English and several other languages. |
Who is eligible for AZ-204?
No enforced prerequisite; Microsoft recommends at least two years of programming experience plus hands-on Azure development (SDKs, Azure CLI and PowerShell). Exam code AZ-204.
Last verified July 2026 against Microsoft — Azure Developer (AZ-204). Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
AZ-204 section breakdown
The AZ-204 mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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AZ-204 (60 Q)
AZ-204 scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: AZ-204 has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: AZ-204 (pass 700/1000).
How AZ-204 is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
AZ-204 time strategy
With 60 questions in 120 minutes, you have about 120 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- AZ-204 (60 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
AZ-204 topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of AZ-204, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
AZ-204 (60 Q)
- D2 — Cosmos DB · 9
- D2 — Blob storage · 8
- D1 — App Service · 7
- D3 — Authentication · 7
- D1 — Containers · 5
- D1 — Azure Functions · 5
- D3 — Key Vault · 5
- D4 — Caching · 4
AZ-204 difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
Azure compute, storage, security, monitoring + SDKs. Sample target for full-stack devs on Azure. RETIRES July 31, 2026 — Microsoft has not announced a 1:1 successor. · Official language: English.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's AZ-204 bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for AZ-204
- Real test-day interface
- 50 distinct variants
- Detailed analytics
- Spaced repetition (Notebook)
- Optional proctoring
- Free to start
Expert take: what AZ-204 really tests
AZ-204 is a hands-on, scenario-based developer exam — it tests whether you can actually build and integrate Azure solutions in code (compute, storage, security, messaging), not just describe them. It expires yearly, so it signals current, practical Azure development skill.
Preparation tips
- Write code against the Azure SDKs and services — the scenarios mirror real development.
- Know App Service, Functions, Storage, Cosmos DB, Key Vault and messaging well.
- Set a reminder for the free annual renewal assessment.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Studying concepts without writing any Azure code.
- Forgetting the one-year expiry and the free renewal.
AZ-204 study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- Build with App Service, Functions and containers hands-on
- Work with Blob Storage and Cosmos DB from code
- Follow the Microsoft Learn AZ-204 path
- Implement Key Vault, managed identities and app authentication
- Use Service Bus, Event Grid/Hubs and API Management
- Add Application Insights monitoring and troubleshooting
- Take scenario-based practice exams and review misses
- Fill code and service gaps from your error log
- Book when you clear practice comfortably
Where AZ-204 can take you
A strong AZ-204 result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Azure Developer
- Cloud / backend engineer
- DevOps engineer
- Path to Azure specialty certs
Best books & official prep for AZ-204
- Microsoft Learn — AZ-204 learning path — Microsoft
- Exam Ref AZ-204 Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure — Microsoft Press
- AZ-204 course — Scott Duffy / Alan Rodrigues
- AZ-204 practice tests — MeasureUp / Whizlabs
Official practice: Microsoft Learn provides the free official AZ-204 path; the scenario-based questions reward real coding against Azure SDKs and services.
Previous-year papers: Microsoft does not release past exams; the study guide and Microsoft Learn practice assessment are the best preparation.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the AZ-204 exam pattern?
- Microsoft Azure Developer Associate contains 60 questions across 1 section: AZ-204 (60 Q). Total duration is 120 minutes (about 120 seconds per question).
- Does AZ-204 have negative marking?
- No — AZ-204 has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is AZ-204 scored?
- Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. AZ-204 (pass 700/1000).
- How can I practise AZ-204 online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free full-length AZ-204 mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 47 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of AZ-204?
- AZ-204 is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. Azure compute, storage, security, monitoring + SDKs. Sample target for full-stack devs on Azure. RETIRES July 31, 2026 — Microsoft has not announced a 1:1 successor. · Official language: English.
- How long is the AZ-204 exam?
- AZ-204 runs for 120 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in AZ-204?
- AZ-204 is split into: AZ-204 (60 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. Azure compute, storage, security, monitoring + SDKs. Sample target for full-stack devs on Azure. RETIRES July 31, 2026 — Microsoft has not announced a 1:1 successor. · Official language: English.
- What tools or aids are allowed during AZ-204?
- No special tools are required. Note: real exam is proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow you can enable.
- Is the AZ-204 test adaptive?
- No — AZ-204 is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many AZ-204 mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct AZ-204 variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 3 free for everyone and 47 more with Pro. That's 3000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free AZ-204 test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge AZ-204 test series for 2026 gives you 3 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are AZ-204 previous year question–style papers included?
- Every AZ-204 mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 60-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free AZ-204 mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's AZ-204 mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the AZ-204 mock test on mobile?
- Yes. AZ-204 mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the AZ-204 syllabus?
- The AZ-204 syllabus maps to its 1 section: AZ-204 (60 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for AZ-204?
- No enforced prerequisite; Microsoft recommends at least two years of programming experience plus hands-on Azure development (SDKs, Azure CLI and PowerShell). Exam code AZ-204. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic AZ-204 practice: 3 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the AZ-204 exam and how should I prepare?
- Official AZ-204 exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free AZ-204 mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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