Preparing for Azure AI 102 Certification in 7 days| Designing and Implementing a Microsoft Azure AI Solution

Introduction

Preparation for the AI 102 Examination is essential to demonstrate proficiency in various technical tasks related to Azure AI solutions. This certification evaluates your ability to plan and manage Azure AI solutions, implement image and video processing, natural language processing, knowledge mining, and conversational AI solutions, including Azure Open AI services.

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Learning Path

1. Self-Paced Learning

Complete all modules available on the official Microsoft Learn website (https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/certifications/exams/ai-102/). Make sure to thoroughly engage with the hands-on labs provided, as they play a crucial role in answering exam questions.

2. Udemy Course

Consider enrolling in the Udemy course (https://www.udemy.com/course/ai102-azure/). Although some content may be slightly outdated, it covers most topics effectively.

3. Study Guides

Utilize study guides from Microsoft (https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/certifications/resources/study-guides/ai-102) to focus on key areas and enhance your understanding.

4. Other Resources

Supplement your learning with additional insights from YouTube tutorials, like the one provided at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7fdWafTcPY&t=16s.
You can also take some practice tests from Udemy/MeasureUp(optional)

Strategies

• Time allocation for preparation is about one week, dedicating 3–4 hours daily. To pass the exam you need to score 700 marks.
• The exam is 2 hours long, including a 20-minute survey time. So, you will have around 1 hour and 40 minutes to tackle approximately 42–46 questions. This should allow you sufficient time to carefully respond to each question.
• Please be careful as for some questions you are not allowed to go back for some questions.
• During self-paced learning, pay particular attention to hands-on labs as they provide valuable experience and insight into answering many exam questions.
• Familiarize yourself with the functions of various Azure AI services and their corresponding endpoints.
• Be aware that there is no hands-on coding in the exam.
  However, you will need to choose your preferred coding language (Python or C#) at the beginning of the test for drag-and-drop questions and to understand the code snippet type questions.
• If you encounter questions you are unsure about, try to think logically and apply your intuitive understanding gained from hands-on labs, as they can often lead to the correct answers.
• There is no negative exam marking in the exam.

Wish you luck! In case you need any help please feel free to reach out on LinkedIn.