Certified AI Software Development Professional: Azure Pathway Program
Description
The Certified AI Software Development Professional: Azure Pathway Program at Ideal Institute of Technology is a 1125-clock-hour advanced training program tailored for individuals aiming to launch a career in cloud-based software development, DevOps, and artificial intelligence using Microsoft Azure.
This hands-on program equips students with the skills needed to design, build, and deploy intelligent, cloud-native applications in Azure environments. From full-stack web development to DevOps automation and applied AI, students will learn in-demand technologies that power digital transformation. The program also includes a Paid Work-Based Learning Opportunity, providing real-world experience to help students build confidence and industry readiness.
Program Outline
This program consists of five 225-clock-hour courses that build progressively toward proficiency in Azure-based AI software development:
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AI610: Cloud and Career Foundations with Microsoft Azure
Learn the fundamentals of cloud computing, Azure services, and career readiness skills. Gain familiarity with the Azure portal, storage, networking, and security concepts. -
AI620: Full Stack Web Development in Azure Environments
Master front-end and back-end development using tools such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Node.js, and databases. Learn to deploy full-stack applications on Azure App Services and Static Web Apps. -
AI630: Cloud-Native Application Design with Azure Services
Explore scalable application architectures using microservices, containers, and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). Learn how to build modern, distributed cloud-native applications. -
AI640: Azure DevOps, Infrastructure as Code & Automation
Get hands-on experience with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, CI/CD pipelines, ARM templates, and Bicep for Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Automate deployments and infrastructure management. -
AI650: Applied AI & Data Engineering with Azure
Leverage Azure AI services such as Cognitive Services, Azure Machine Learning Studio, and OpenAI, along with Azure Data Factory, to build intelligent applications and data pipelines. Gain skills in data engineering, analytics, and machine learning on Azure.
Certificates
Graduates will receive a Certified AI Software Development Professional: Azure Pathway Certificate and will be well-prepared to pursue Microsoft industry certifications such as:
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate (AZ-204)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate (AI-102)
- Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400)
Career Opportunities
This program prepares students for high-demand roles in cloud development and AI-powered application delivery, including:
- Azure Cloud Developer
- Full Stack Developer (Cloud)
- DevOps Engineer
- AI/ML Engineer
- Cloud Solutions Architect
- Data Engineer
Career support is included to help students successfully transition into the workforce.
Join Ideal’s AI Software Development: Azure Pathway — where innovation begins.
Work-Based Learning Opportunity
Are you looking to gain real-world experience while getting paid? The Paid Work-Based Learning Opportunity Program at Ideal Institute of Technology provides students with hands-on work experience in their chosen field while earning competitive wages.
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