John Savill offers practical insights and step-by-step guidance for getting started with Microsoft Azure in 2026, highlighting foundational knowledge, learning resources, AI assistance, and certification paths.

Learn Azure in 2026

In this video, John Savill from John Savill’s Technical Training provides a comprehensive starting point for anyone interested in learning Microsoft Azure. The content is tailored to both newcomers and professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of Azure’s capabilities in 2026.

Table of Contents

  • Introduction
  • Foundational Azure Knowledge
  • Curated Learning Content
  • Getting Access to Azure
  • Optimizing Resource Use
  • Leveraging Information in Azure Portal
  • Utilizing Microsoft Learn
  • Using Azure Cloud Shell
  • AI Assistance with Copilot Chat
  • Deeper Learning and Video Resources
  • Key Azure Certifications
  • Staying Current with Azure
  • Summary and Closing

Key Highlights

Foundational Knowledge

  • Overview of essential Azure concepts for beginners
  • Importance of understanding cloud principles and how they’re applied in Azure

Curated Content

  • Guides on navigating reputable and up-to-date Azure technical content
  • Tips for searching and filtering information for more effective learning

Accessing Azure

  • Steps to create a free Azure account
  • Overview of Microsoft’s entry-level offerings and labs
  • Insights into how to get practical, hands-on cloud experience

Optimizing Resource Use

  • Guidance on managing and optimizing Azure resources efficiently
  • Best practices for cost savings and responsible usage

Azure Portal Information

  • Demonstration of leveraging information available directly through the Azure Portal

Microsoft Learn

  • How to navigate and benefit from Microsoft Learn’s self-paced modules and learning paths

Cloud Shell

  • Introduction to Azure Cloud Shell for command-line management

AI Help with Copilot

  • How to access and leverage Copilot Chat for AI-assisted support within Azure-related tasks
  • Insights into the boundary between developer and productivity features for AI

Video and Certification Resources

  • Direct links to further in-depth video content on key Azure areas, including weekly updates, masterclasses, DevOps, and PowerShell
  • Guidance on pursuing Azure certifications, and building a tailored learning path

Staying Up to Date

  • Strategies and recommendations for keeping skills current with the rapidly-evolving Azure platform
  • Community links for long-term engagement

For weekly updates, master classes, certifications, and more, refer to the links listed in the video description.

About the Author: John Savill is a prominent technical trainer specializing in Microsoft cloud technologies, hosting a popular YouTube channel focused on Azure learning.